Former Tottenham Hotspur cult hero Mido has launched a blistering attack on under-pressure Spurs interim manager Igor Tudor, branding him "one of the worst coaches around" as the club's season descends into chaos.
Disastrous Tenure Under Tudor
Tudor was appointed to steady the ship following Thomas Frank's dismissal, but his tenure has proven catastrophic. Tottenham have suffered defeat in all four matches under his temporary leadership, plunging them into a relegation battle in the Premier League.
The crisis deepened dramatically with Tuesday's humiliating 5-2 Champions League defeat at Atletico Madrid, which has virtually eliminated Spurs from European competition. This result has intensified scrutiny on Tudor's position, with growing calls for immediate change at the helm.
Mido's Scathing Social Media Verdict
Mido, who scored 14 goals for Tottenham between 2005 and 2007 and remains a beloved figure among supporters, delivered a devastating assessment via social media platform X.
"Whoever appointed #Tudor must get the sack cause I'm sure he never watched #Juventus under him!!" Mido wrote. "He is one of the worst coaches around! Igor Tudor is under massive pressure and his short tenure has been a disaster."
The Egyptian striker continued his furious critique: "No tactics no Game plan and man to man management 0!! Can't handle the pressure and can't deal with the media!! Plz sack him today not tomorrow!! No time for bull**** anymore.. the club doesn't deserve this s***!"
Touchline Controversy and Human Treatment
Tudor's management faced further condemnation following his handling of goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky during the Atletico Madrid debacle. The 22-year-old was handed his Champions League debut, only to be substituted after committing two catastrophic errors.
Witnesses reported that Tudor completely ignored the young goalkeeper on the touchline during the substitution. Former England goalkeeper Joe Hart, commentating for TNT Sport, expressed concern about the human element of the situation.
"You have to be treated like a human, just a little bit," Hart stated. "I understand the situation. This needs getting a serious grip of. Madness happens all the time in football. That was mad, maybe he didn't handle it how he should have."
Hart added: "I saw the whole bench's hearts drop. They are saying, 'don't worry we are here for you'. It's the human side of things. If you aren't willing to show it, that's when it starts to divide."
Club Inquest and Managerial Uncertainty
According to reports, Tottenham CEO Vinai Venkatesham arrived at the club's training ground early Wednesday morning to conduct an inquest into the heavy defeat. The club maintains that Tudor will fulfill his scheduled press conference duties on Friday ahead of the crucial weekend fixture against Liverpool.
While many consider Tudor's position untenable, Tottenham face limited immediate alternatives. Former Nottingham Forest and Everton manager Sean Dyche has emerged as a potential short-term option, with some bookmakers shortening his odds to 2/1 for the position.
Looking toward the summer, Roberto De Zerbi and former Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino are understood to be leading contenders for the permanent role. Talks have reportedly already taken place with De Zerbi, who is currently available after leaving Marseille.
The Italian manager represents a particularly strong candidate for the summer appointment, though there is growing pressure to accelerate the decision-making process given the current crisis. Tottenham's hierarchy now faces critical decisions that will determine the club's immediate future and their ability to salvage what has become a disastrous season.
