John Heitinga, the former Everton defender, has left his position at Tottenham Hotspur following a brief tenure of only 32 days. He was initially brought on to bolster the coaching staff after Thomas Frank’s sacking, as the club was looking to improve their performance amidst a precarious position in the Premier League. This departure is part of a larger shakeup as new head coach Igor Tudor begins to form his own backroom team.

Tudor, who was formerly at Juventus and signed a contract until the season's end, took over from Frank after a disappointing stretch where the team accumulated only seven wins in the current Premier League season. With Spurs standing just above the relegation zone, the urgency for change was palpable, prompting drastic measures, including staffing changes. Tudor officially commenced his duties on Monday, facing the immediate challenge of leading the team into a crucial match against arch-rivals Arsenal in the north London derby.

The exit of Heitinga, along with other staff, signifies a fresh start under Tudor's leadership as he aims to stabilize the squad and improve results. The team’s performance in the upcoming matches will be pivotal not only to their standing in the league but also to the longevity of Tudor's tenure and the direction of the club moving forward.