Robbie Keane, a former player for Tottenham Hotspur, has made it clear that he does not wish to return to the club in a temporary capacity as an interim manager. Reports suggest that Keane is currently satisfied with his role at Ferencvaros in Hungary and would only consider leaving for a permanent managerial position at Spurs. This statement removes him from the list of candidates for an interim management role as the club seeks to fill the void left by Thomas Frank’s departure.

The situation at Tottenham is critical, as they find themselves near the relegation zone in the Premier League. The club management is reportedly contemplating two main strategies: appointing an interim manager to secure the team's status in the league until a long-term decision can be made, or opting for an immediate appointment of a permanent manager. Choosing to delay a managerial appointment could be seen as a gamble due to their current precarious standing.

Overall, the club’s decisions in the coming days will be pivotal. If they choose to act quickly and hire a permanent manager, they will need to weigh the immediate need for stability against the long-term vision for the team's performance. The clarity from Keane indicates the importance of securing a candidate that aligns with both the immediate survival of the club and future aspirations, especially with speculation surrounding other managerial candidates like Mauricio Pochettino.