Jose Mourinho’s position as Tottenham manager is under increasing scrutiny after a dismal run — but the north London club are wary of sacking him owing to the prohibitive cost.
The team’s worrying downturn, which has seen them pick up just 12 points from their last 12 league games and crash out of the FA Cup, is now a significant cause for concern among the Spurs hierarchy.
The Portuguese’s job is not under any immediate threat, with sources claiming the club would ideally wait until the end of the season before making any decision.