URGENT ¥¥¥ Tottenham sack manager Nuno Espirito Santo: club statement

London, Nov 1, 2021 (AFP) - Tottenham announced on Monday they had sacked manager Nuno Espirito Santo and his coaching staff.

Fabio Paratici, managing director of football, said: "I know how much Nuno and his coaching staff wanted to succeed and I regret that we have had to take this decision.

"Nuno is a true gentleman and will always be welcome here. We should like to thank him and his coaching staff and wish them well for the future."

Spurs were defeated 3-0 by Manchester United on Saturday -- their fifth league defeat in 10 matches.

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