Antonio Conte recently alluded that he could head back to Italy at the end of the season. He has yet to prolong his expiring contract. Tonight’s result versus Milan could be pivotal to determining his future, Calciomercato informs.
Fresh reports from England suggest that there has been an informal contact between the gaffer and Inter while he was recovering from surgery. He has also been linked with a possible return to Juventus, which might seek an energetic coach with strong ties with the fanbase to return to their old glory.
However, as the Italian publication points out, those two sides are unlikely landing spots for economic reasons. Conte previously abruptly parted ways with the Nerazzurri once he realized they were about to sell some linchpins because of their financial needs. Two years later, he’d take over a weaker team with tiny room to maneuver in the transfer market.
Instead, the Old Lady would have to part ways with Massimiliano Allegri first. The boss is under contract for two more years for €9M wages, including add-ons. He refused a severance pay the last time they axed him. In addition, the Spurs manager earns €15M annually in London. He’d have to agree to a steep pay cut to helm either Inter or Juventus.
Instead, Milan are better positioned to lure Conte should he leave Tottenham. Stefano Pioli is tied to them for two more seasons, but the outcome of the return leg and how they finish the season will be key for him too. The Rossoneri are in better shape economically speaking and would be able to meet his requests. Plus, they would have a large sum to bolster their squad if they cashed in on Rafael Leao.
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