Tottenham Hotspur consider Robbie Keane to replace struggling Igor Tudor
Tottenham Hotspur are actively considering an approach for Robbie Keane to replace manager Igor Tudor amid a worsening Premier League relegation battle.
The north London club currently sit just one point above the dreaded drop zone.
Spurs secured their first point under the Croatian coach during a recent draw with Liverpool, but overall performances remain uninspiring.
Tudor was originally appointed to succeed Thomas Frank, yet the team has looked largely toothless in attack during his short tenure.
Relegation fears loom large
A defeat against Nottingham Forest this weekend could see the capital club plunge into the bottom three.
That catastrophic scenario will become reality if West Ham United manage to secure three points in their respective fixture.
With top-flight survival hanging in the balance, sources indicate the Tottenham hierarchy are exploring alternative options to spark an immediate turnaround.
Door open for a return
The former Spurs striker is currently managing Hungarian outfit Ferencvaros, where he has enjoyed notable success.
Having already won two league titles in his fledgling managerial career, the Irishman has developed a reputation for building a winning mentality.
Ferencvaros director Judit Berkesi recently admitted her club is realistic about losing highly-rated staff members to bigger leagues.
“This is actually the club’s merit in this respect, that we are already at a point where we can sell not only players well in certain cases, but also head coaches in the last two cases. It is certain that this possibility may also exist with Robbie in certain cases, despite the fact that he feels very good here, can really work in very good conditions, receives all the support that is possible, and the coaches can appreciate this as well.”
A necessary upgrade
These candid comments suggest obtaining the former fan favourite could be a relatively straightforward process.
Whether facilitated through a modest release clause or a mutual agreement, a pathway appears clear for a reunion.
Bringing back a beloved club legend who intimately understands the fanbase could instantly lift the sour atmosphere surrounding the stadium.
Decision-makers must now determine whether to ruthlessly pull the plug on the current regime before their Championship fate is permanently sealed.
