Igor Tudor is named Tottenham interim manager

Tottenham are reportedly finalizing a deal with Igor Tudor to become their new interim manager. The 47-year-old recently reached a verbal agreement to succeed Thomas Frank, who was dismissed following a painful defeat to Newcastle. Frank’s tenure ended disastrously, with only two victories in 17 matches leaving Spurs languishing just five points above the relegation zone.

Tudor, sacked by Juventus in October during a winless slump, brings managerial experience from spells at Marseille, Lazio, and Galatasaray. Notably, he successfully guided Juventus to fourth place late in the 2024/25 season. He is expected to lead training today when the squad returns. This short-term appointment mirrors Manchester United’s strategy with Michael Carrick. While Edin Terzic was considered, the Croatian must now stabilize the club before a potential permanent pursuit of Mauricio Pochettino post-World Cup. His first challenge is a daunting North London Derby against Premier League leaders Arsenal later this month.