Tottenham Hotspur assistant manager Cristian Stellini has provided an update on Antonio Conte's return to the dugout. The Spurs manager has been absent from the touchline for a number of weeks as he continues to recover after undergoing an operation to remove his gallbladder last month.
Despite only being present for the 4-1 defeat against Leicester City last month, Conte has been nominated for the Premier League Manager of the Month award. The Lilywhites beat Manchester City, West Ham and Chelsea last month as they remain in the frame for a top four spot come the end of the season.
Spurs face an uphill battle after suffering defeat in their Champions League round of 16 first leg against AC Milan. Stellini oversaw Tottenham's shock FA Cup fifth round exit against Sheffield United and blamed the loss on a lack of energy - a missed opportunity as the wait for a trophy goes on.
