Tottenham face a major battle to keep Mauricio Pochettino at the club after it emerged Real Madrid are stepping up their pursuit of the club’s Argentinian manager.
Sportsmail understands that initial contact has been made between Real Madrid officials and associates of Pochettino.
Sources in Spain believe he is tempted by the possibility of working at Real Madrid.
Spurs, however, will take a firm stance with the Spanish side and attempt to resist all overtures.