Antonio Conte acknowledged that the contract he signed at the start of his tenure with Tottenham was strange, but also declared his readiness to give his all for the club until the end of the season.
Antonio Conte’s Future with Tottenham
Speculation surrounding Antonio Conte’s future with Tottenham has increased following their recent exit from the Champions League at the hands of AC Milan. With the Italian manager’s contract set to expire in the summer, many believe he will leave the club before the end of the season. However, Conte has stated that he plans to see out the remainder of the season, which includes 12 games, starting with Saturday’s Premier League match against Nottingham Forest.
Conte’s Desire to Stay
When asked about his desire to remain with the club, Conte expressed his opinion that Tottenham still has a long way to go before they can be competitive and win. He emphasized the need for patience and time to build the team, but also acknowledged that the environment at Tottenham does not seem to have much of either. Conte did not want to speculate about his future at the club, stating that the management knows his thoughts and the situation.
Conte’s Contract
Conte admitted that the contract he signed with Tottenham was “strange” as it was only for one-and-a-half years, whereas a typical managerial contract lasts for three years. He stated that this was done to help the club understand his personality and coaching abilities, and for him to understand if they were on the same page. Now, after one-and-a-half years, the club knows him, he knows the club, and the situation is clear. Conte affirmed his willingness to “die for this club” until the end of the season, but also added that he is not “so stupid to continue to kill myself.”
Conte on Richarlison’s Comments
Antonio Conte also referenced a recent post-match interview given by Richarlison, in which the Brazilian forward admitted that his season has been “s***” following the team’s Champions League exit to AC Milan. Conte clarified that Richarlison did not criticize him, but rather was being honest about his own poor performance due to injuries. However, Conte did criticize Richarlison for his selfish attitude when he spoke in terms of “I, I, I” rather than “us.” Conte emphasized the importance of speaking as a team and fighting together towards their common goal. Conte appreciated that Richarlison apologized for his comments and acknowledged his mistake.
Conclusion
Antonio Conte has stated that he will give his all to Tottenham until the end of the season, despite growing speculation about his future with the club. He has acknowledged the difficult situation that Tottenham finds itself in and the need for patience and time to build a competitive team. Conte’s contract with the club is set to expire in the summer, and he has expressed his willingness to continue with the club until then. Conte has emphasized the importance of speaking as a team and working together towards their common goals, and has criticized individualistic attitudes.