Antonio Conte stands by his scathing words directed at Tottenham players and their club’s ambitions, even in hindsight. He openly criticized his team after they squandered a two-goal lead against Southampton in a game that ultimately led to his departure as manager.
Despite the backlash, Conte remains unapologetic, stating that he values honesty and sincerity above all else. He emphasized the importance of candid conversations with his players, even if it may initially lead to anger, believing that it ultimately fosters appreciation and respect.
Conte also expressed his skepticism towards celebrating a fourth-place finish and qualifying for the Champions League, claiming it felt odd to him given his winning mentality. Furthermore, he discussed his health issues, revealing that he underwent surgery to remove his gallbladder and took time off to recover while under the employ of Tottenham.
Now without a club, Conte is spending his time relaxing in Italy after his turbulent stint with Tottenham.
