The Athletic FC Podcast Can Igor Tudor save Spurs?
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Feb 16, 2026 
Adam Crafton, a Premier League reporter and analyst, and James Horncastle, a Serie A tactical specialist, dissect Tottenham’s decision to appoint Igor Tudor. They explore why Tudor was chosen and Paratici’s role. They debate Tudor’s high-energy coaching style, the squad’s fitness to sustain it, looming tough fixtures, board instability and how summer recruitment could be affected.
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Paratici's Influence And Tudor's Fixer Reputation
- Fabio Paratici pushed Igor Tudor as a candidate for Tottenham based on past rescue jobs.
- Tudor's reputation as a fixer shaped his appeal despite limited Premier League experience.
Immediate Results Will Shape Perception
- Tudor inherits a toxic disconnect between club, players and fans that a new coach alone won't fix.
- Early results in the next four fixtures will strongly shape supporter reaction and board scrutiny.
Juventus Rise And Autumn Fall
- Tudor took Juventus from interim to permanent after delivering Champions League qualification.
- He later struggled with injuries and fixture congestion, which contributed to an October sacking.