Igor Tudor was informed his dad had passed away following Tottenham’s defeat by Nottingham Forest on Sunday
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Igor Tudor found out his dad died after Sunday’s match (AP)
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Tottenham interim head coach Igor Tudor is mourning the death of his father, a loss confirmed by his former club Juventus on Monday.
The news meant Tudor was unable to attend post-match media duties following Spurs’ damaging 3-0 home defeat by relegation rivals Nottingham Forest on Sunday.
Tottenham assistant Bruno Saltor stepped in for Tudor, initially declining to provide details on what he described as a "family issue”.
Juventus, where Tudor previously played and managed, released a statement expressing their condolences.
"Juventus stands with Igor Tudor and his family at this difficult time. Juventus joins in mourning the passing of his father," the club said.
Tottenham have been unable to turn their form around under Tudoropen image in gallery
Tottenham have been unable to turn their form around under Tudor (AFP/Getty)
It is understood that Tudor was informed of his father's passing after the final whistle of Sunday's match.
Saltor later commented on the situation, stating: "It’s a personal family issue and obviously it’s a difficult moment for him. I’m just trying to support the best way we can."
The devastating personal news for Tudor comes at a time when he is facing an uncertain future at Tottenham, with the north London club finding themselves in a battle to avoid relegation after a horrendous run on form.
Spurs have not won a Premier League game in 2026, and Tudor has been unable to turn their fortunes around since replacing Thomas Frank last month.
Tottenham have lost four of their five league games under Tudor and are now just one point above the bottom three with seven games remaining.
They also exited the Champions League last week following a 7-5 aggregate defeat by Atletico Madrid in the round of 16.
The club’s board could decide now is the time to make another change, given that Spurs are not due to return to action for almost three weeks.
Tottenham’s next game is against Sunderland at the Stadium of Light on 12 April.