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• Igor Tudor’s Tottenham future uncertain after Champions League debacle

  Tottenham manager Igor Tudor provided a “no comment” regarding his job security following a 5-2 defeat to Atletico Madrid, as Spurs face a defensive crisis for Sunday’s trip to Liverpool.   ​Igor Tudor’s tenure at Tottenham appears to be nearing a premature end after a fourth consecutive defeat left the club reeling in 16th place. The interim boss, who replaced Thomas Frank in February, witnessed a disastrous Champions League debut for goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky, whom he substituted after just 17 minutes following two massive blunders. When questioned about his future and whether he deserves to stay, Tudor’s blunt “no comment” fueled speculation that he could be sacked before the weekend. ​The crisis deepens for the North London side as they prepare to face a high-flying Liverpool team at Anfield. A late clash of heads between Cristian Romero and Joao Palhinha has left both players in doubt under FA concussion protocols, which require a mandatory rest period. With Micky van de Ven already suspended following a red card against Crystal Palace, Spurs could be forced to field a makeshift defense against a Reds attack that has scored 11 goals in their last three home fixtures. ​Liverpool, meanwhile, are navigating their own fitness concerns but remain heavy favorites to pile further misery on the visitors. While Arne Slot is monitoring the availability of Alisson Becker and Alexis Mac Allister, the Reds’ formidable home record—one loss in 27 against Spurs—suggests a daunting task for a Tottenham side that has lost six straight matches across all competitions. “It looks like everything is against us,” Tudor admitted, as the club sleepwalks toward a historic relegation battle.

• ‘Gone within 24 hours’ – Tottenham ‘will’ sack Igor Tudor today

  Tottenham Hotspur interim manager Igor Tudor is expected to be dismissed within 24 hours following a calamitous 5-2 Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid and a historic run of six consecutive losses.  

  ​Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly set to sack interim manager Igor Tudor today after a disastrous 25-day reign.

  The decision follows a “shocking” 5-2 loss to Atletico Madrid, where Tudor’s tactical gamble to start goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky resulted in the 22-year-old being hauled off after just 17 minutes.

  Pundit Henry Winter predicted the exit on Sky Sports, stating, “Tudor will absolutely be the fall guy. He’ll go within 24 hours, I’m sure.”

  ​The Croatian’s tenure has seen Spurs lose all four matches under his guidance, marking the club’s worst run in its 143-year history.

  With the team now sitting just one point above the Premier League relegation zone, the Supporters’ Trust has called for “emergency action” to prevent a catastrophic slide.

  Asked about his future following the Madrid humiliation, a dejected Tudor offered only a “no comment,” signaling the likely end of his brief North London stay.

• Hasan Şaş claims Osimhen is key to Galatasaray’s Anfield upset plans

  Turkish legend Hasan Şaş has warned Galatasaray to play with courage rather than defensive fear as they look to protect a 1-0 lead against Liverpool in their Champions League return leg.

  ​Turkish icon Hasan Şaş has praised Victor Osimhen’s relentless work rate following Galatasaray’s 1-0 victory over Liverpool.

  Osimhen provided the crucial assist for Mario Lemina, securing a historic second win over the English giants this season.

  Şaş highlighted Osimhen’s late-game tenacity against Ibrahima Konate, stating, “We can’t say enough good things about him. I think he’s more than repaying the fans’ love.”

  ​Despite the advantage, Şaş warned the Turkish champions against a defensive mindset at Anfield.

  He insisted that the team must engage in a physical, back-and-forth contest to succeed. “In that match, Galatasaray shouldn’t be playing a game focused on protecting a 1-0 lead,” Şaş noted, adding,

  “We can’t finish the match there by waiting, being nervous, and thinking, ‘When are we going to concede a goal?’”

• Player Ratings: 5/10 stars struggle as Liverpool left Istanbul with a first-leg deficit

  Liverpool face an uphill battle to reach the Champions League quarter-finals after a disjointed 1-0 defeat to Galatasaray at Rams Park, with several key stars failing to handle the hostile Turkish atmosphere.

  Liverpool Player Ratings 

  ​Giorgi Mamardashvili – 7: Returning to the lineup for the first time since mid-January, the Georgian goalkeeper was arguably Liverpool’s standout performer. He produced several vital interventions to keep the deficit to one, looking sharp and alert despite his recent lack of match minutes.

  ​Joe Gomez – 6: Retaining his spot but shifting to the right-hand side of the defense, Gomez was chosen to provide more defensive solidity than the adventurous Frimpong. However, he struggled to contain the overlaps, and the backline remained worryingly exposed throughout his time on the pitch.

  ​Ibrahima Konate – 5: A night to forget for the Frenchman, who looked off the pace from the first whistle. He was frequently bypassed by Noa Lang and nearly gifted Victor Osimhen a goal with a mistimed clearance, appearing shaky and disorganized in his defensive positioning.

  ​Virgil van Dijk – 6: The captain was locked in a physical duel with Osimhen all evening, finding it harder to dominate than usual. While he attempted to organize the chaotic defense around him, there was only so much he could do to stem the tide of Galatasaray attacks.

  ​Milos Kerkez – 5: Preferred over the experienced Andy Robertson, the young full-back struggled under the intense pressure of the Istanbul crowd. He was dispossessed in dangerous areas on multiple occasions and received a caution that many felt was overly aggressive.

  ​Ryan Gravenberch – 6: Fresh from signing a lucrative new long-term contract, the midfielder produced a performance of two halves. While he showed flashes of brilliance with his ability to spin away from markers, he was also guilty of unforced errors and losing the ball in central zones.

  ​Alexis Mac Allister – 5: The Argentine failed to dictate the tempo, often looking a step behind the frantic pace of the match. He committed several tactical fouls to break up play but lacked the creative spark and ball retention required to help Liverpool gain a foothold.

  ​Mohamed Salah – 5: A disappointing outing for the Egyptian, whose lack of explosive speed was exploited by his markers. He struggled to find space, made uncharacteristic errors in judgment, and was substituted before the hour mark after a largely anonymous display.

  ​Dominik Szoboszlai – 5: The Hungarian’s recent dip in form continued as he failed to capitalize on several promising counter-attacking opportunities. His final ball was uncharacteristically poor, and he was unable to exert his usual influence on the game’s transition phases.

  ​Florian Wirtz – 6: Starting on the left, the German international was Liverpool’s liveliest attacking threat but lacked the clinical edge needed in Europe. He missed a golden chance just two minutes in and ultimately failed to turn his promising movements into goals.

  ​Hugo Ekitike – 5: Despite looking physically sharp early on, the striker faded as the match progressed. He struggled to find any clean sights of goal and missed the game’s biggest opportunity when he failed to convert a one-on-one chance against the Galatasaray keeper.

  ​Substitutes:

  ​Andy Robertson – 6: Brought on for the final half-hour to provide veteran stability, the Scotsman struggled to immediately adapt to the game’s high intensity but offered more defensive security than Kerkez.

  ​Jeremie Frimpong – 6: The wing-back provided an immediate injection of pace that troubled the hosts, though his final delivery often failed to match his impressive build-up play.

  ​Cody Gakpo – 6: Showed intent immediately upon his introduction with a couple of speculative efforts, but his influence waned as Galatasaray dropped deep to defend their narrow lead.

• Juventus in talks for Dusan Vlahovic contract extension

  Juventus and Dusan Vlahovic have entered preliminary talks over a contract extension, potentially reversing previous plans for the striker to leave Turin at the end of the season.

  Juventus have initiated discussions with Dusan Vlahovic’s representatives regarding a potential contract extension, signaling a major shift in the striker’s future.

  Despite long-standing expectations of a summer departure, initial meetings have reportedly “revealed both parties’ openness to moving forward together.”

  The 26-year-old forward currently earns a league-high €12 million net salary, a figure the club is expected to renegotiate in any new deal.

  While a resolution is not immediate, the willingness to negotiate marks a significant turn after Juventus failed to secure a transfer for the Serbian international last year.

  Gianluca Di Marzio reports that “Juventus has made it clear that they are willing to renew the player’s contract,” provided terms align with their new financial structure.

  Both parties are scheduled to meet again to discuss revised salary expectations.