Jose Mourinho's exorbitant severance package has made Tottenham's decision over his future with the club all the more difficult.
Spurs will reportedly reach a verdict on whether to stick with Mourinho or sack the Portuguese manager at the end of the season.
The former Chelsea and Manchester United boss replaced Mauricio Pochettino in November 2019 on a long-term deal until 2023. But Mourinho's position has come under scrutiny in recent weeks as a dismal run of four defeats in five Premier League matches leaves them ninth in the table.
Given there is no break clause in his contract, Spurs would need to pay £30million to sack Mourinho - an eye-watering sum the club is reluctant to cough up.
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