TOTTENHAM Hotspur have taken the unprecedented step of firing their interim manager Cristian Stellini, who was appointed to lead the team until the end of the season.
Stellini was in charge for just 29 days after replacing his former boss Antonio Conte, but yesterday’s 6-1 Premier League defeat was enough to send him packing, according to Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy.
“Sunday’s performance against Newcastle was wholly unacceptable. It was devastating to see,” Levy said in an official statement on the club’s website today.
“We can look at many reasons why it happened and whilst myself, the Board, the coaches and players must all take collective responsibility, ultimately the responsibility is mine.”
During his shortlived tenure, Stellini oversaw one win, one draw and two defeats, Spurs conceding 11 goals and scoring six as they slipped in the hunt for a top four finish.
Levy confirmed that Ryan Mason, who replaced Jose Mourinho on a temporary basis in 2021, will take over from Stellini and take charge of Thursday’s crucial Premier League clash against Manchester United.
“Cristian will leave his current role along with his coaching staff. Cristian stepped in at a difficult point in our season and I want to thank him for the professional manner in which he and his coaching staff have conducted themselves during such a challenging time. We wish him and his staff well,” the Spurs chairman said.
“Ryan Mason will take over Head Coach duties with immediate effect. Ryan knows the Club and the players well. We shall update further on his coaching staff in due course.
“I met with the Player Committee today – the squad is determined to pull together to ensure the strongest possible finish to the season. We are all clear we need to deliver performances which earn your amazing support.”
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