Head coach, technical director, chairman and chief scout rolled into one: meet Arne Slot — Tottenham’s manager-in-waiting.
The Dutchman is a cutting-edge operator who understands the psychology of the modern-day footballer. He can be a shoulder to cry on, but is equally happy to dish out kicks up the backside if required. He will quickly create a siege mentality and place a huge emphasis on team bonding.
‘Players like him. He understands people, that’s his biggest strength,’ said a source.
Of course, it will take more than that to resuscitate a club who appeared in a Champions League final just four years ago but are now lurching towards mediocrity.