Antonio Conte has thanked everybody at Tottenham who “appreciated and shared my passion and intensity”, following his departure as head trainer.
The 53-year-old Conte, whose 16-month stint on the Premier League membership ended “by mutual agreement,” took to Instagram on Monday night to mirror on his reign.
Alongside a choice of photos from his time on the membership, Conte wrote: “Football is hobby. I want to deeply thank everybody at Spurs who liked and shared my hobby and my intense way of life soccer as a trainer.
“A unique idea to the fanatics who all the time confirmed me make stronger and appreciation, it is been unforgettable to listen to them making a song my identify. Our adventure in combination has ended, I want you all of the highest for the longer term. Anthony.”
Conte has not spoken publicly since his post-match press conference following Spurs’ 3-3 draw at Southampton earlier this month, where he labeled players “egocentric” and blamed them for the club’s trophy drought. That outburst accelerated the Italian’s departure, with his contract due to expire at the end of this season.
Conte’s long-time assistant, Cristian Stellini, will be acting head coach for the rest of the season, with Ryan Mason as his assistant. While they aim to secure a top-four finish, the club hierarchy will work on appointing the next permanent manager, with Julian Nagelsmann – sacked by Bayern Munich on Friday – on the club’s wish list.