Tottenham's talks over hiring Antonio Conte collapsed because chairman Daniel Levy rejected his 'unrealistic' and 'potentially damaging' financial demands. Levy then pulled out of talks after Conte demanded - on top of a £15million-a-year salary - a staggering £100m transfer budget, according to The Sun. Tottenham talks with Antonio Conte ended after Daniel Levy rejected his 'unrealistic' demandsConte reportedly wanted Levy to provide a £100million budget to improve the Spurs squadConte, 51, wanted assurances Tottenham are serious about eventually challenging for major silverware, which for him would involve spending big. Levy already has Tottenham's £1billion new stadium on the books before considering transfers'But Daniel felt his budgetary demands were not only unrealistic but also potentially damaging to our future.' The end of the Conte affair is a severe blow to Levy in his attempt to find a new manager.

Source: Daily Mail June 06, 2021 08:42 UTC