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Antonio Conte was 'completely involved' in preparing Tottenham to face West Ham and IS sending messages as he watches from his sofa, reveals assistant Cristian Stellini - despite the manager being in Italy recovering from surgery

Tottenham assistant coach Cristian Stellini has revealed Antonio Conte has been involved in the build-up to Spurs' clash against West Ham.

Conte is currently in Italy recovering from gallbladder surgery but has had his say on the XI for the London derby.

Speaking to Sky Sports before the game, Stellini was open on Conte's involvement with the coaching staff and his players.

The 48-year-old said: 'He was completely involved in the preparation of the match.

'We transferred to Antonio during the week all the sensations, all the feelings, are the players fit?