Tottenham Hotspur want to convince Roberto de Zerbi to become their new permanent head coach, according to sources.

Igor Tudor has left the club by mutual consent after just 44 days in charge, with chief executive Vinai Venkatesham and sporting director Johan Lange tasked with appointing his replacement.

It is understood that Tottenham had resolved to part ways with interim boss Tudor following last Sunday's 3-0 defeat by Nottingham Forest, a result that left them just one point clear of the relegation zone, but wanted to give the Croat time to mourn the death of his father.

De Zerbi, who is available following his exit from Marseille earlier this season, is a primary target, and Spurs, prior to the official announcement of Tudor's departure, tried to ascertain whether the Italian is open to the job.

Multiple sources have told BBC Sport that initial indications are De Zerbi is open to becoming the club's next permanent head coach, but would prefer to wait until the end of the season when he knows whether the club are still in the Premier League.

It now remains to be seen whether Tottenham renew their efforts to land former Brighton boss De Zerbi immediately following Tudor's departure.