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‘Spurs should have got Ancelotti over Mourinho’ – Tottenham legend sees Portuguese as poor fit

The ex-Chelsea and Manchester United coach has taken the reins in north London, but Chris Waddle believes an Italian tactician should have been sought

Carlo Ancelotti would have been “a better fit” for Tottenham than Jose Mourinho, says Chris Waddle, with questions asked of whether a Portuguese tactician is the right “type” for Spurs.

In the wake of Mauricio Pochettino’s departure, the managerial reins in north London have been passed to a former Chelsea and Manchester United boss.

Many are tipping Mourinho to be a success, but the general consensus is that he will want to spend big and favour a different tactical approach to his predecessor.