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Tottenham considering replacing Igor Tudor with “survival specialist” in last-ditch attempt to avoid relegation

Barnaby Lane 13 March 2026, 18:33 2 minutes read
Igor Tudor. (Elianton/Mondadori Portfolio via Getty Images)

Igor Tudor. (Elianton/Mondadori Portfolio via Getty Images)

Tottenham Hotspur’s season has spiralled into crisis.

The north London club are still searching for their first Premier League win of the year and now sit just one point above the relegation zone with nine games remaining.

Igor Tudor was brought in after Thomas Frank was dismissed in the hope he could steady the ship, but four defeats from his first four matches in charge across all competitions have only deepened the club’s troubles.

As pressure mounts, Spurs are reportedly exploring the possibility of another managerial change in a desperate bid to secure their top-flight status.

Spurs Considering Appointing Sean Dyche

Tottenham are said to be weighing up a move for Sean Dyche as a potential replacement for Igor Tudor, according to The Independent.

There is growing recognition within the club that the current situation under Tudor is not improving. Results have worsened and performances have declined, with some figures internally believing the Croatian’s abrasive style and tactical approach are not suited to the immediate task of stabilising the team.

Dyche, meanwhile, has built a reputation as a managerial “survival specialist” thanks to his ability to organise teams defensively and guide struggling clubs away from relegation danger. That profile is believed to appeal to Spurs as they look for someone capable of restoring discipline and structure during the run-in.

However, appointing the 54-year-old may not be straightforward. Dyche is reportedly hesitant about taking on a short-term role, and there could also be complications linked to his settlement with Nottingham Forest after he was dismissed by the Midlands club last month.

Dyche has previously built a reputation for keeping clubs in the Premier League, most notably during his spells with Burnley and Everton, where his teams were known for their defensive organisation and resilience.

With Tottenham’s Premier League status hanging by a thread, the club’s hierarchy may feel they have little choice but to act quickly. Whether Dyche would accept the challenge remains uncertain, but his track record suggests he could be exactly the type of manager Spurs need if they are to avoid a disastrous drop into the Championship.

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