Tottenham: Daniel Levy could secure 'huge coup' at Hotspur Way

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By Jake Sanders

Published Oct 27, 2022

Tottenham convincing Antonio Conte to sign a contract extension in north London would be a "huge coup" for the club, according to journalist Pete O'Rourke.

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 23: Antonio Conte, Manager of Tottenham Hotspur gives their team instructions during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on October 23, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Tottenham convincing Antonio Conte to sign a contract extension in north London would be a "huge coup" for the club, according to journalist Pete O'Rourke.

Conte has generally done a fine job since his arrival 12 months ago, but he's yet to commit his future to Spurs, which is a concern with his current deal expiring next summer.

What's the latest news involving Conte?

When the ex-Chelsea and Inter Milan manager replaced Nuno Espirito Santo in the dugout last November, he penned an 18-month contract worth £250,000 per-week.

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Since then, he's guided Tottenham back into the Champions League and currently has them sitting third in the Premier League, even after suffering damaging recent defeats to both Manchester United and Newcastle.

Spurs are also on course to progress to the knockout stages of Europe's elite competition despite failing to win any of their group matches away from home.

As a result of his continued progression, the Evening Standard claim Conte will be backed in the January window, which should offer Daniel Levy some hope that he's likely to stick around beyond this season.

What did O'Rourke say about Conte?

Tottenham are also trying to get Harry Kane to sign a long term contract in north London, but O'Rourke reckons that resolving Conte's future would be a massive moment for the club.

He told GIVEMESPORT: "To get the manager tied down and finally end all that speculation over a possible move back to Juventus would be a huge coup for Tottenham and everybody involved with the club."

What is Conte's record at Tottenham?

Considering the quality of the squad Conte inherited, he really has worked wonders in the 12 months he's been with the club.

His record of 30 wins and 14 defeats in 53 matches in all competitions might appear nothing to write home about, but he's averaging around two points per game in the league, which is usually enough for a top four finish.

In 40 top-flight games in the dugout, Conte's men have racked up an impressive 79 points and that comes off the back of two defeats in a row.

With Conte making such a big difference in a short amount of time, it's really no surprise that Spurs are so keen on keeping him around.