Conte in frame for Spurs job.

TOTTENHAM have held talks with Antonio Conte about their head coach vacancy, with the Italian emerging as a strong contender for the job. Spurs are still without a manager despite sacking Jose Mourinho on April 19, having missed out on appointing their top two targets Julian Nagelsmann and Brendan Rodgers. It is understood initial contact between former Chelsea manager Conte ? who walked out on Inter Milan two weeks ago after delivering the Serie A title ? and Tottenham has taken place with both parties believed to be open to a deal. Importantly, Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy is behind the prospect of appointing the Italian, despite his history with one of his club's arch rivals across the capital. Juventus administrator Fabio Paratici is also interesting Spurs in the role of technical director. Any move to appoint Conte is thought to be some way off, but discussions could accelerate fast. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]