Antonio Conte to undergo surgery to remove gallbladder

Tottenham manager Antonio Conte will undergo surgery to remove his gallbladder today, the Premier League club have announced.

The Italian, 53, became unwell with severe abdominal pain and following medical assessment, it was decided an operation was needed and he will face a spell away from the dugout to recover.

“Following a diagnosis of cholecystitis, he will be undergoing surgery to remove his gallbladder today and will return following a period of recuperation,” a Tottenham statement read.

“Everyone at the club wishes him well.”

Tottenham’s next Premier League game sees them host reigning champions Manchester City on Sunday.

Spurs are currently fifth in the table, three points outside the Champions League places and will play the first leg of their European last-16 tie against last season’s Italian champions AC Milan on 14 February.