Tottenham Hotspur are once again at a crossroads. Who could replace Igor Tudor? Igor Tudor, appointed as head coach on February 14, 2026 following the dismissal of Thomas Frank, has failed to turn the club’s fortunes around. After losing his first four matches in charge — including a humiliating 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest — Tudor’s tenure appears to be over almost before it began. With Spurs sitting just one point above the relegation zone, the club’s hierarchy is urgently searching for a solution.
Here are five managers who could step in and steer Tottenham away from danger — or, more ambitiously, restore the club to the upper echelons of the Premier League.
1. Sean Dyche
Currently one of the joint-favourites with bookmakers at odds of 6/4, Sean Dyche is the pragmatist’s choice. The former Burnley and Everton manager has a proven track record of keeping clubs afloat in the Premier League, making him an attractive short-term option for a side in desperate need of solidity and organisation. Dyche’s no-nonsense, defensive approach might not excite the Spurs faithful, but with survival potentially on the line, his experience could be invaluable. He is currently without a club and available immediately.
2. Roberto De Zerbi
The Italian tactician is widely regarded as one of the most exciting managers in world football. Known for his high-pressing, possession-based style at Brighton and later Marseille, De Zerbi would be a statement appointment from Spurs. However, reports suggest he has already declined an approach from the club for now, expressing interest only in a summer move. His football philosophy aligns well with what Tottenham aspire to be, and patience could prove rewarding — if the club survives long enough to wait.
3. Adi Hutter
The 56-year-old Austrian coach has been without a club since departing Monaco in October 2025 and is reportedly held in high regard by Tottenham’s leadership. Hutter made a name for himself in the Bundesliga, guiding Eintracht Frankfurt to a remarkable DFB-Pokal title and consistently delivering impressive football on a limited budget. He is available immediately, has European experience, and brings a structured yet attack-minded approach that could stabilise the club without abandoning ambition.
4. Marco Silva
Currently impressing at Fulham, the Portuguese manager has emerged as a serious candidate at odds of 7/2. Silva has transformed Fulham into a well-organised, attractive side that consistently punches above its weight in the Premier League. His ability to build team cohesion, develop players, and implement a clear tactical identity makes him a compelling option. The challenge, of course, is convincing him — and Fulham — that the time is right for a move across London.
5. Mauricio Pochettino
No name carries more emotional weight at Tottenham than Mauricio Pochettino. The Argentine transformed Spurs during his tenure from 2014 to 2019, turning them into regular Champions League contenders and guiding them to the 2019 UCL final. A return would be the ultimate sentimental appointment — and potentially a shrewd footballing one. However, Pochettino is currently in charge of the United States national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup, making an immediate return to club football highly unlikely. At odds of 10/1, he remains a long shot for now, but a summer reunion cannot be entirely ruled out.
Conclusion
Tottenham’s managerial situation reflects a club that has struggled to find direction in recent years. The immediate priority must be survival, but the board also faces pressure to appoint someone who can lay the groundwork for a sustainable future.
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Whether that means a short-term firefighter like Dyche or a visionary like De Zerbi, one thing is certain: Spurs cannot afford another misstep. The clock is ticking. Come on you Spurs!