Antonio Conte has questioned why managers like him are left to face all the difficult questions while those in charge of Premier League clubs stay silent.
In a fascinating press conference ahead of Thursday’s trip to Manchester City, the Tottenham manager – who has faced criticism along with chairman Daniel Levy – bemoaned why English football cannot follow the model in Italy, when senior figures are forced to face the media and address issues such as wider club strategy.
Fabio Paratici – Spurs’ managing director of football – would speak every week while at Juventus alongside Conte.