Spurs sporting director Johan Lange has indicated interim head coach Igor Tudor could secure a permanent position, stating the club is considering his long-term potential. Tudor, 47, takes charge of his first match against Arsenal in Sunday's north London derby following Thomas Frank's sacking.

Spurs, 16th in the Premier League and five points from safety, see Tudor's proven ability to deliver immediate impact as a major factor. His track record includes two Serie A titles at Juventus and success at clubs like Marseille and Lazio, though he has never worked in England before.