Igor Tudor appointed Tottenham head coach in bid to stabilise season

• Tudor takes charge with Spurs five points above the relegation zone
• North London derby against Arsenal set as first match
• Club task is to restore organisation intensity and competitive edge

Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed the appointment of Igor Tudor as head coach until the end of the season, turning to the former Juventus and Lazio manager in a bid to stabilise a turbulent campaign.

Tudor replaces Thomas Frank, who was dismissed with Spurs sitting just five points above the Premier League relegation zone following a run of only two wins in 17 league matches. The 47 year-old will take charge of his first game in the north London derby against Arsenal at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on February 22.

In a statement, Tottenham said Tudor’s mandate is clear, to bring organisation, intensity and competitive edge to the squad at a decisive stage of the season.

“It is an honour to join this club at an important moment,” Tudor said. “I understand the responsibility I have been handed and my focus is clear. To bring greater consistency to our performances and compete with conviction in every match.

“There is strong quality in this playing squad, and my job is to organise it, energise it and improve our results quickly.”

Tudor arrives with a reputation for demanding standards and short term impact. His previous roles have included spells at Juventus, Lazio, Marseille and Galatasaray, though he has never remained in charge of a single club for longer than two years. Tottenham hope his experience of stepping into difficult situations can help arrest their slide and lift morale within the squad.

Sporting director Johan Lange said: “Igor brings clarity, intensity and experience of stepping into challenging moments and producing impact. Our objective is straightforward. To stabilise performances, maximise the quality within the squad and compete strongly in the Premier League and Champions League.”

Tottenham’s form has left them in a precarious position, and Tudor’s immediate task will be to tighten a side that has struggled for consistency and confidence. With critical league fixtures and a demanding European schedule ahead, his appointment reflects the urgency surrounding the club’s situation.

The focus now shifts to whether Tudor can provide the structure and belief required to steer Spurs away from danger and restore a sense of direction before the season reaches its decisive phase.