BREAKING: Spurs coach Ventrone passes away aged 61

 BREAKING: Spurs coach Ventrone passes away aged 61

A man that excelled in a role as fitness instructor spent time working with Antonio Conte, Marcello Lippi and Fabio Cannavaro

Gian Piero Ventrone, who has formed part of Antonio Conte’s coaching teams in Italy and England, has passed away at the age of 61.

Spurs have released an official statement confirming his death, which reads: ''We are devastated to announce that fitness coach Gian Piero Ventrone has passed away. He will be greatly missed by everyone at the Club and our thoughts are with his family and friends at this impossibly sad time.''

Ventrone was subbed ‘The Marine’ during his time working with Serie A giants Juventus, with a reputation earned for being one of the most demanding fitness instructors in world football.

While he expected high standards of those around him, with players pushed to the limit during physical workouts, his methods were welcomed by those that flourished under his tutelage.

Conte was always a big fan and made sure to include Ventrone in his backroom staff when agreeing to take the managerial reins at Spurs in November 2021.