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      Who is Antonio Conte’s assistant manager Cristian Stellini?

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      TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR manager Antonio Conte will be hoping he can guide his side to victory in the lunchtime kick-off against Wolves – and he’ll have Cristian Stellini beside him.The Italian wizard’s right hand man Cristian Stellini has been a close friend of Conte from their time together in Serie A.
      Things got heated between Thomas Tuchel and Antonio ConteCredit: Rex
      And they will be putting their heads together to see how they can defeat Wolves this weekend.
      But who exactly is Cristian Stellini?
      Who is Cristian Stellini?
      Born April 27, 1975, Cristian Stellini is Antonio Conte’s assistant manager and a former professional footballer.
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      Conte’s right hand man was raised in Italy and spent his teenage years playing for Novara and Spal before making the switch to Serie C2 outfit Ternana in October 1996.
      Stellini inspired Ternana to Serie B promotion two years after signing for the club, and by 2002, the Italian coach was making his Serie A debut for Como against Empoli.
      However, Cristian announced himself to the world when he signed for Juventus in 2003 but unfortunately, a serious leg injury only saw him feature twice before being sold to Genoa.
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      What happened in Cristian Stellini’s early coaching days?
      Stellini was appointed by Conte at Tottenham in September 2021 but the Italian also worked under Conte at Juventus in 2012.
      Cristian Stellini had to take charge of Inter when Conte got suspended for one matchCredit: Getty
      However, Stellini was forced to resign from his posting of technical assistant at Juventus for alleged match fixing where he was suspended for two and a half years.
      And once Stellini was eligible to coach again, he was dismissed from Lega Pro club Alessandra after signing a two-year contract for poor results.
      But Antonio Conte hired Stellini again as a managerial staff for Inter Milan in the 2019/20 season and the pair went on to clinch the Scudetto together. More

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      Real Madrid ‘target Tottenham midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg to replace Man Utd-bound Casemiro’

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      REAL MADRID are reportedly considering a move for Tottenham midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg to replace Manchester United-bound Casemiro.Five-time Champions League winner Casemiro, 30, is closing in on a £60million move to Old Trafford worth £350,000-a-week.
      Real are interested in signing Spurs’ HojbjergCredit: PA
      The Dane would replace Man Utd-bound CasemiroCredit: PA
      Real boss Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed the player wants to try a new challenge.
      The Italian said: “I have spoken with Casemiro.
      “Casemiro wants to try a new challenge, and I and the club understand that.
      “After all, he’s done for this club, we need to respect his decision.
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      “Negotiations are ongoing but he has decided to leave Real Madrid.”
      And according to the Telegraph, Real are considering Tottenham’s Hojbjerg, 27, as a potential replacement for Casemiro.

      Ancelotti is an admirer of Hojbjerg and tried to sign the midfielder for Everton when the Italian was in charge at Goodison Park.
      Hojbjerg joined Tottenham from Southampton in 2020 for a fee of around £15m and has three years left on his contract.
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      Whether Tottenham would be willing to part ways with the Dane is yet to be seen.
      Antonio Conte does, however, have Rodrigo Bentancur, summer signing Yves Bissouma and Oliver Skipp to choose from.
      Hojbjerg would also have to weigh up how much playing time he’d potentially get.
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      Fans are all saying the same thing as Ivan Perisic is spotted taking Tottenham corners with BOTH feet at Chelsea

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      IVAN PERISIC left fans purring after taking corners for Tottenham with BOTH feet against Chelsea.The Croatia international, 33, joined Spurs on a free transfer this summer following his exit from Inter Milan.
      Perisic has left fans in awe with his two footed abilityCredit: Getty
      The Croatia international is naturally right footedCredit: Sky Sports
      Perisic got the assist for Kane’s late equaliser using his left foot from a cornerCredit: Sky Sports
      Perisic has started both of his Premier League appearances from the bench but it didn’t stop him from picking up the all important added-time assist in the 2-2 draw with Chelsea.
      One the buzz from the comeback at Stamford Bridge had died down, football fans noticed something incredibly rare.
      Perisic showed he has no weaker foot as he took corners using both his left and right feet.
      The left midfielder used his weaker left foot to pick out Harry Kane in the dying minutes against Chelsea to snatch a point.
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      One fan said on Twitter: “We’ve become accustomed to people hitting the first man from a corner.
      “Perisic using both feet, to provide inswingers from both sides and them landing on the money is a treat.”
      Another tweeted: “Can we also talk about Perisic putting in worldie corners with both feet.
      “He needs to start next weekend. Something special.”
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      Perisic could be handed the chance to impress Antonio Conte against Wolves this weekend.
      Spurs welcome Wolves to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday for a 12.30pm kick-off. More

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      Tottenham agree Tanguy Ndombele loan transfer to Napoli with £25m option-to-buy… less than HALF what they paid

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      TOTTENHAM have agreed a deal to ship record-signing Tanguy Ndombele on loan to Napoli.French midfielder Ndombele is set to join the Serie A giants on loan for the season, at a cost of just shy of £850,000.
      Napoli will have a £25m option to buy NdombeleCredit: Getty
      An option to buy the 25-year-old for £25million is included in the terms and his medical in Italy is scheduled for later this week.
      Spurs smashed their transfer record to bring in Ndombele from Lyon for £65m in 2019.
      He provided the odd flash of brilliance – such as a stunning lob at Sheffield United in January of last year – but in the main struggled to justify his enormous price tag.
      Jose Mourinho was never truly sold on Ndombele during his time in charge at Spurs.
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      While Antonio Conte left him out of his pre-season plans and ordered the playmaker to train on his own, having loaned him out to Lyon for the second half of last season.
      Spurs were hoping to sell Ndombele permanently but with no takers they agreed to a loan, just as they did with Gio Lo Celso to Villarreal.

      They are still trying to move on fellow outcasts Harry Winks and Sergio Reguilon.
      Meanwhile, Spurs are interested in young Blackburn centre-back Ashley Phillips.
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      But SunSport understands the chances of a deal being struck in this window look unlikely at present.
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      Tottenham on verge of transfer for Blackburn starlet Ashley Phillips as they lead Man Utd and Chelsea in race

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      TOTTENHAM are on the verge of signing Blackburn Rovers defender Ashley Phillips, according to reports.The 17-year-old has attracted interest from some of England’s biggest clubs over the past year, including Spurs.
      Tottenham are on the verge of signing PhillipsCredit: Getty
      Earlier this year, SunSport revealed that Antonio Conte and his staff were keen to pursue a deal for the young star, who has already been promoted to Blackburn’s first team.
      And a move could finally be on the cards with Tottenham’s Managing Director of Football Fabio Paratici expected to give the green light.
      According to The Daily Mail, Paratici will attend Blackburn’s Championship clash with Reading at the Madejski Stadium on Wednesday.
      He will then look to strike a deal with Rovers chiefs as Spurs prepare an offer of around £3million.
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      Phillips has less than one year remaining on his current contract so Blackburn are expected to cash-in on him before the transfer window slams shut next month.
      Manchester United and Chelsea have also expressed an interest in the defender, but neither club has made an offer.
      Tottenham have already introduced seven new players this summer including Ivan Perisic, Fraser Forster, Yves Bissouma, Richarlison, Clement Lenglet and Djed Spence.
      On Tuesday, Spurs confirmed the arrival of Italian wing-back Destiny Udogie from Udenise.
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      However, he was sent straight back to the Serie A side on a season-long loan.
      Spurs are now pushing to sign Atalanta midfielder Ruslan Malinovskyi on loan, but they face competition from newly promoted Nottingham Forest. More

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      Tottenham close in on EIGHTH summer transfer after Atalanta midfielder Ruslan Malinovskyi ‘agrees to join Spurs’

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      TOTTENHAM are reportedly set to complete their EIGHTH signing of the transfer window with Ruslan Malinovskyi.Antonio Conte has been busy whipping Spurs into shape for another top four challenge this season, and has been backed with seven new players to make it happen.
      Ruslan Malinovskyi has made 129 appearances for Atalanta since joining in 2019Credit: Getty
      Malinovskyi was on the bench last weekendCredit: AFP
      However, the spending might not be done there, with reports from Italy suggesting Atalanta midfielder Malinovskyi could soon be on his way to North London.
      With one year left on his current contract, Atalanta are open to selling the 29-year-old and fresh interest from Spurs could see him leave Serie A.
      According to TuttoAtalanta, Spurs have overtaken newly promoted Nottingham Forest in the race to sign him, with the two parties understood to have agreed personal terms.
      But a sticking point in the deal remains what each club want from the deal.
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      Atalanta want to cash in on the Ukrainian this summer, but Spurs prefer a loan move with an option to buy next summer.
      Malinovskyi played just six minutes of his side’s 2-0 win against Sampdoria during last weekend’s Serie A curtain raiser, but provided an assist during his brief cameo.
      He has been at the Bergamo based club since joining from KRC Genk in 2019.
      The 129 appearances he has made for them has yielded a return of 29 goals and 27 assists, with all but 11 of his goal contributions coming in the league.
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      Earlier this week, Spurs sealed the £18m transfer of Udinese full-back Destiny Udogie.
      Spurs have splashed out roughly £110m on new signings this summer, with the majority of this being shelled out for former Everton attacker Richarlison.
      Spurs played out a dramatic and feisty affair at Stamford Bridge over the weekend, with Conte and Thomas Tuchel having a heated altercation at the end of the game resulting in both getting SENT OFF and consequently charged by the FA over their conduct. More

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      Tottenham complete £18m Destiny Udogie transfer from Udinese but immediately send defender back on loan

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      DESTINY UDOGIE claimed it was a “dream” to join Tottenham.The Italian left wing-back is Spurs’ SEVENTH signing of the summer after completing a £15million switch from Udinese, whom he has rejoined for the season on loan.
      Destiny Udogie’s transfer fee could rise to £18million after add-onsCredit: Getty
      Udogie has signed a contract until 2027 and the deal could rise a further £3m if add-ons are met.
      The 19-year-old said: “It’s a dream for me to join a top club like Tottenham.
      “It was an easy choice as they have Antonio Conte, a really top manager.”
      Udogie is of Nigerian descent but was born in Verona, where he came through the ranks as a youth product.
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      The Italy under-21 international went on loan to Udinese last season before joining them permanently – only to then move to the Premier League.
      He follows Ivan Perisic, Fraser Forster, Yves Bissouma, Richarlison, Clement Lenglet and Djed Spence in joining Spurs this summer.
      And Udogie’s signing brings the club’s total spending to £133m.
      Meanwhile Tottenham have appointed Leonardo Gabbanini, formerly of Watford and Udinese, as their new chief scout.
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      It continues the summer revamp of the recruitment department undertaken by managing director of football Fabio Paratici.
      Italian Gabbanini is understood to have been given the task of restructuring the club’s scouting network, having had a similar role at both Watford and Udinese. More

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      Man Utd face missing out on Milinkovic-Savic as Tottenham ‘line up £51m transfer bid for Lazio midfielder’

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      TOTTENHAM are lining up a £51million move for Manchester United target Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, according to reports.The Red Devils hold a long-standing interest in the Lazio midfielder, but could be gazumped by Spurs.
      Sergej Milinkovic-Savic could move to the Premier League this summerCredit: Getty
      Milinkovic-Savic, 27, is believed to be interested in leaving Serie A after seven years playing in Italy.
      United could look to make a bid, but the Serb would reportedly rather move to Tottenham.
      Working with Antonio Conte appeals to the midfielder, while he would like to play Champions League football.
      According to Calciomercato, Spurs are readying a bid worth £51m for the burly 6ft 2in ace.
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      The offer would comprise of an initial £38m fee, plus around £13m in add-ons.
      Tottenham would be willing to offer Milinkovic-Savic a £100,000-a-week contract.
      He has two years remaining on his Lazio deal.
      It’s been a busy summer of recruitment in North London.
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      Tottenham signed Ivan Perisic, Fraser Forster, Yves Bissouma, Richarlison, Clement Lenglet and Djed Spence prior to the beginning of the season.
      While Udinese ace Destiny Udogie is expected to follow in the coming days, before being loaned back to the Italian side.
      Tottenham are also interested in Man United youngster James Garner, while they have loaned Giovani Lo Celso to Villarreal.
      The Argentine’s fellow Spurs outcast Tanguy Ndombele could soon follow him out the door, with Napoli working on a loan deal for the Frenchman.
      Giovani Lo Celso has re-joined VillarrealCredit: Getty More