Tottenham approach Antonio Conte as search for manager goes on

Appointing the Italian would seem to be at odds with chairman Daniel Levy’s desire to return to the club’s core DNA following Mourinho’s dismissal

Antonio Conte enjoyed success at Chelsea (David Davies/PA)

Tottenham have had contact with former Chelsea manager Antonio Conte about becoming the club’s new manager.

The 51-year-old is out of a job after leaving Inter Milan last month, having guided them to a first Serie A title since 2010, and could be primed for a return to London.