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      Antonio Conte breaks silence as he hints at long lay-off with Spurs boss stuck in Italy after ‘underestimating’ surgery

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      ANTONIO CONTE has broken his silence after remaining in Italy for a post-operation check.The Italian boss failed to fly home with Spurs after the club’s 1-0 defeat to AC Milan in the Champions League on Tuesday.
      Antonio Conte will remain in Italy after a post-operation checkCredit: Rex
      And now the ex-Chelsea boss has released a statement hinting at a long lay-off to allow him to recover.
      Taking to his Instagram, he said: “My great sense of responsibility towards the club, the players, the staff and the fans brought me to anticipate my comeback on field.
      “Sadly I underestimated the procedure, which wasn’t a routine operation, but a sudden and serious emergency.
      “My body has suffered my impatience and now I am forced to stop until my entire recovery.
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      “Who knows me, understands what a burden this is for me, but it is necessary. Come on you Spurs!”
      Conte was rushed to hospital to undergo gallbladder surgery at the start of the month.
      And he defied doctor’s orders to take charge of the clash against Milan.
      But following a post-op check, Conte will now remain in Italy at his family home while he completes his recovery.
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      In a statement, Tottenham confirmed Cristian Stellini would assume first team duties in his absence.
      Tottenham will be hoping to give Conte less of a headache by beating West Ham next weekend.
      The North Londoners were soundly thrashed by Leicester in a 4-1 defeat in their last Prem fixture.
      Providing Newcastle drop points against Liverpool, Tottenham could find themselves back in the top four with a win against West Ham.
      Speaking after the match on Tuesday, Conte said: “Frankly speaking in the previous match (against Leicester) I was completely out.
      “I have just had surgery and after two days my doctor told me I couldn’t go, I couldn’t make [the] effort.
      “So in the previous match I was distant from the pitch. Cristian was there replacing me and was able to share my ideas with the team, he really helped me out a lot.
      “I was wearing a medical device in that period, but I was still able to interact in a fair enough way with the team.
      “I was not 100 per cent [in] my physical shape but in the next game I will be fit and try to give my contribution.” More

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      Every Premier League club’s value revealed as greedy Man Utd and Spurs owners demand MORE than their worth for takeover

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      EVERY Premier League’s club value has been revealed – as at least two major sides prepare for potential takeovers. The deadline for bids for Manchester United is set to close tomorrow as major bidders circle for control of one of the world football’s giants.
      The Glazers announced last year their willingness to sell Man UnitedCredit: AFP
      Tottenham’s Daniel Levy is the Premier League’s longest-serving chairmanCredit: Alamy
      Man United are estimated to lead the league in terms of club valuations
      Meanwhile reports yesterday suggested Tottenham were attracting the attention of Iranian-born US billionaire Jahm Najafi.
      United and Spurs are among the Premier League’s most valuable assets with the 20 clubs collectively worth tens of billions.
      The Red Devils sit top of the estimated valuation list compiled by Sportico, a sports business publication.
      They have a valuation of £4.8bn and are believed to have drummed up £583.2m in revenue in 2022.
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      But the Glazer family are believed to be looking for a £6bn fee, above the club’s reported value.
      The same appears to be the case at Tottenham with owner Joe Lewis believed to value the club between £4bn-£4.5bn.

      But Sportico claim the club is the seventh-most valuable in English football at an estimated £2.57bn, way below Lewis’ reported asking price.
      Liverpool, Manchester City, Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham follow United as English football’s most valuable clubs.
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      West Ham are the highest-ranked outside of the traditional top six, with the Hammers rated at £535m.
      At the other end of the rankings, Bournemouth are estimated to be the least valuable club at £115m with Nottingham Forest, Brentford and Brighton also among those in the lower half.
      The Premier League could be set for another big takeover after Todd Boehly’s acquisition of Chelsea last MayCredit: Alamy
      Liverpool owner John W. Henry controls the Premier League’s second most valuable clubCredit: Getty More

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      Antonio Conte ‘will QUIT Tottenham in the summer with Mauricio Pochettino finally returning as manager’

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      ANTONIO CONTE is set to “leave” his position as Tottenham head coach at the end of the season. And his incoming replacement will be none other than former Spurs gaffer Mauricio Pochettino.
      Antonio Conte is set to leave SpursCredit: Getty
      With former boss Mauricio Pochettino returning for a second stintCredit: Getty
      This is according to talkSPORT host Alan Brazil.
      Brazil, who scored nine goals for Spurs during his one season with them in 1983/84, has been disappointed with Tottenham’s performances this season.
      Their latest result in the Champions League saw them lucky to escape with a 1-0 defeat, while this compounded a 4-1 defeat suffered against Leicester at the weekend.
      Speaking on talkSPORT Breakfast, Brazil said: “I’ve been disappointed with Spurs.
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      “But you look at the table, you look at what they’re left in, and I think that they can overcome Milan in London, I do.
      “I think they can go through at the next round.”
      However, Brazil also revealed information which suggests Spurs are looking to make a managerial change.
      He added: “I understand what Jamie was saying, I do, and I’ll say it again, I’m told that he’s [Conte] probably going to leave and Poch will come in.
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      “But whoever comes in has got to have money to improve – especially in the midfield area now that they’ve lost [Rodrigo] Bentancur who is a decent player on the ball.”
      Bentancur has been ruled out for the remainder of the season after suffering a UCL tear.

      Conte went against doctor’s orders in order to take charge of Spurs’ last 16 tie against AC Milan on Tuesday, having recently gone under the knife for gallbladder surgery.
      Today it was revealed the Italian has remained in Italy with his family following the game to help him recover from his surgery.
      In a club statement, Spurs confirmed Cristian Stellini would take on first team duties without the former Chelsea and Juventus manager, with a clash against West Ham up next.
      Brazil was also critical of club chairman Daniel Levy.
      He added: “I think something has got to give.
      “I think the chairman has to find some more money for whoever goes in, if it’s Poch, he can trust Poch, but I believe he’s got to find it.
      “Tottenham are not that far away, I’m not saying they’re an Arsenal or a [Manchester] City, but they’re not that far away.
      “They’ve been up there, but you have to invest.”
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      It comes amid the club being linked to a £3billion takeover by American-Iranian billionaire Jahm Najafi.
      However, current owner Joe Lewis reportedly wants a bid closer to £4.5bn if he is to sell. More

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      Bayern Munich ‘to step up Harry Kane transfer chase after internal analysis reveals he’s perfect striker for the club’

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      BAYERN MUNICH remain keen on pursuing Harry Kane with internal analysis suggesting no striker would suit their club better, reports say. The England forward has long been linked with moves to the world’s biggest clubs after consistently knocking in the goals for Tottenham.

      His prolific scoring saw him break Jimmy Greaves’ long-standing goal record earlier this month when he bagged his 267th in the 1-0 win over Manchester City.
      With Kane’s contract expiring in the summer of 2024, speculation is once again mounting that he could be into his final years in North London.
      Bayern Munich are believed to have long admired the striker and Bild report that he remains in their sights.
      The German paper claims that in-club analysis has shown he would suit their team more than any other frontman in the world.
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      While it is not clear what analysis Bayern used, the German champions may need to only look at Kane’s goals numbers to tempt them into a move.
      The 29-year-old has scored at least 17 league goals in each of the last nine seasons since making his breakthrough from Spurs’ youth team.
      But his boyhood club now face a frantic fight to keep him as his contract expiration nears.
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      Manchester United are also believed to be eyeing Kane as they look for world-class options up front.
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      The Red Devils also have Napoli’s red-hot hitman Victor Osimhen in their sights. More

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      Tottenham owner Joe Lewis OPEN to selling club but will demand more than £4BILLION amid Jahm Najafi takeover interest

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      TOTTENHAM’S owners will demand more than £4BILLION after becoming the latest target for a US takeover.American-Iranian businessman Jahm Najafi is heading up a consortium preparing a £3.1bn offer.
      Jahm Najafi, who is interested in buying Tottenham, is a vice-chairman of McLaren Racing and a minority shareholder in NBA side Phoenix SunsCredit: Alamy
      Tottenham owner Joe Lewis, left, seen with club chairman Daniel Levy, could be willing to consider selling up if Najafi bids bigCredit: Reuters
      A formal approach to Spurs’ owner Joe Lewis and chairman Daniel Levy looks set to be made in the coming weeks.
      But it is understood that figure would fall short of the valuation put on the club by billionaire Lewis, who is open to selling.
      Najafi, a minority shareholder in NBA team Phoenix Suns and vice-chairman of McLaren Racing, is chair of MSP Sports Capital which recently showed interest in investing in Everton.
      Spurs are an attractive proposition given their London location and state-of-the-art stadium — which hosts NFL games, major boxing fights and gigs including Beyonce this year.
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      Harry Kane spearheads a team competing in the Champions League but they have not won a trophy since 2008.
      Tottenham last week reported revenue of £444m for the year ending June 2022, up £83m on the previous year as fans returned following the Covid pandemic.
      The Najafi-led offer is set to value Spurs’ at around £2.5bn, adding approximately £610m of the club’s debts.
      MSP and its partners would stump up 70 per cent of the bid with the remaining 30 per cent supplied by backers from the Middle East, including from Abu Dhabi.
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      Tottenham is owned by Lewis’ investment company ENIC.
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      The Bahamas-registered organisation bought a 26 per cent stake in the club from Lord Alan Sugar for £21.9m in 2000 but have since upped their share to 85.5 per cent.
      Ten Premier League clubs are currently owned by Americans following takeovers at Chelsea and Bournemouth last year. More

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      How Bayern Munich could line up with Kane and Rashford as they plot stunning swoop for Tottenham and Man Utd stars

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      BAYERN MUNICH are monitoring Harry Kane and Marcus Rashford ahead of audacious transfer swoops this summer, according to reports.The England duo are two of the most-coveted stars in the Premier League.
      Bayern are after England duo Marcus Rashford and Harry KaneCredit: Getty
      Kane has bagged 17 league goals this season, while red-hot Rashford has netted 12.
      Tottenham and Manchester United will be desperate to keep hold of their respective stars, but Bayern reckon they can prise them away.
      Kane, 29, has 18 months remaining on his Spurs contract.
      The Three Lions skipper is chasing Alan Shearer’s Prem scoring record, but Bayern think they can tempt him to ditch his pursuit to move to the Bundesliga.
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      Rashford, 24, is also only under contract at United until 2024.
      German paper Bild claim that Bayern are “monitoring” Rashford’s situation, and are hoping to pounce if he becomes available.
      Julian Nagelsmann’s side lost star striker Robert Lewandowski to Barcelona last summer, and failed to adequately replace him.
      Former Stoke flop Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting has been filling the role up top, but Kane could serve as a more appropriate Lewandowski replacement.
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      How Bayern could line up next season
      Bayern deployed a 3-4-3 formation against PSG last night in the Champions League.
      But they more regularly take to the field in a 4-2-3-1 system.
      Kane up top and Rashford wide left could be joined in a star-studded attack by Leroy Sane on the right and Jamal Musiala in the No10 position.
      An all-German midfield of Leon Goretzka and Joshua Kimmich could provide an outstanding base for Bayern’s attack to thrive.
      While Dayot Upamecano and Matthijs de Ligt are a rock solid partnership at the back – with Benjamin Pavard and Alphonso Davies providing width at full-back.
      Yann Sommer arrived last month to deputise for Manuel Neuer- although Bayern’s regular No1 should be back from his broken leg suffered in a skiing accident to resume his place next season. More

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      Tottenham set for blockbuster £3BILLION takeover bid from Iranian-American billionaire Jahm Najafi

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      IRANIAN-AMERICAN billionaire Jahm Najafi is reportedly preparing “a blockbuster £3.1bn takeover bid” for Tottenham.That is according to the Financial Times, who state they were informed by “two people with direct knowledge” of the plans. 
      An Iranian-American billionaire is planning ‘a blockbuster £3.1bn takeover bid’ for SpursCredit: Reuters
      Jahm Najafi is leading the group looking to buy the North London clubCredit: Wiki
      Najafi is the chair of MSP Sports Capital and is “working with a consortium of investors to structure the bid”.
      And now he is just “weeks away from formally approaching Spurs owner Joe Lewis and the football club’s chair Daniel Levy” with his offer.
      Najafi’s bid will be structured so that 70 per cent of the purchase price will be put forward by MSP and the partners recruited.
      And the other 30 per cent will be made up by backers from the Middle East, which are allegedly mainly based in Abu Dhabi.
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      The Najafi-led consortium also have an interest in the real estate and development rights available through owning the team, according to one source in the story.
      Najafi, who was previously a minority shareholder in NBA side Phoenix Suns, is looking to become the latest US Premier League club owner after a recent influx.
      A consortium led by US financier Todd Boehly and private equity group Clearlake Capital bought Chelsea last year for around £2.5bn.
      Another investor group, which was led by Bill Foley and included Hollywood star Michael B Jordan, also purchased Bournemouth for £120m.
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      Since moving into their stunning new ground in 2019, the Tottenham Stadium has hosted a number of other large and money-spinning sporting events, including NFL, boxing, rugby as well as music concerts.
      The club reported revenues of £444m in the year that ended June 2022, which was a major increase from the £361m the previous season – although they recorded a £50m net loss.
      News of this potential takeover is certain to excite frustrated supporters, who have regularly protested against chairman Daniel Levy and current owner Joe Lewis.
      Spurs last lifted silverware in 2008 when they won the League Cup despite having the much-sought Antonio Conte as manager and the club’s new record goalscorer Harry Kane in attack.
      Their last league title came way back in 1961 and their current form shows no signs the barren run will end any time soon.
      They are currently fifth in the Premier League, two points behind fourth-placed Newcastle, and face an uphill task to progress in this season’s Champions League.
      They lost 1-0 at AC Milan last night in the first-leg of their last-16 clash.
      The Enic Group currently owns 86.58 per cent of the club and is headed up by billionaire Lewis alongside Levy.
      Fed-up fans have regularly protested against owner Joe Lewis (L) and chairman Daniel LevyCredit: Reuters
      The 2008 League Cup was the last piece of silverware that Spurs liftedCredit: PA:Empics Sport More

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      Tottenham’s Champions League woes grow as key man is BANNED from AC Milan second-leg after 1-0 defeat

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      TOTTENHAM’S Champions League woes have gotten worse after key man Eric Dier was banned for their next game. Antonio Conte’s side were on the end of a 1-0 defeat at the San Siro against AC Milan.
      Eric Dier has been suspended for their next matchCredit: Getty
      Antonio Conte’s side suffered a 1-0 defeat against AC MilanCredit: Getty
      And now an already desperate situation has been exacerbated after Dier was suspended for the second leg.
      Dier picked up a booking for a foul on ex-Arsenal and Chelsea star Olivier Giroud.
      In the 63rd minute the defender got touch tight to Giroud, who wriggled away with the ball before Dier dragged him down to the ground as he tried to keep hold of him.
      The act left Swiss ref Sandro Schaerer with no choice but to brandish a yellow card.
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      Spurs have endured patchy league form in recent weeks and had hoped the Champions League against an out-of-form Milan side would provide some respite.
      But Brahim Diaz put paid to that as he netted inside seven minutes after some superb work from left-back Theo Hernandez.
      Fraser Forster had produced a stunning double save to keep the Italians at bay, but needed more help from his defence as Diaz leapt highest to win a header at point-blank range.
      It would also prove to be the game’s only goal, with Harry Kane denied by the bar and Milan also stopped from adding anymore.
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      The week has gone from bad to worse with midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur ruled out for the remainder of the season after suffering an ACL tear.
      Next up, Spurs face the not so pleasant test of a London derby against West Ham on Sunday. More