Franco Baldini, Roma

Tottenham are still interested in appointing Franco Baldini as their new Director of Football despite previously rejecting links between himself and the club.

The role has been available since chief scout Ian Broomfield was sacked by Daniel Levy two weeks ago.

Baldini has been Director General at Roma since his appointment in 2011, however it is believed his position at the club is insecure after La Maggica’s poor start to the season, lying tenth in Serie A, leading to rumours the Italian may resign.

Last week however, the former assistant to Fabio Capello committed his future to his club, stating: “I have an obligation over here with Roma. It is a long project which I am committed to.”

Andre Villas-Boas' side have made a mixed start to the Premier League season and Jose Mourinho's former assistant is still an admirer of the more continental club structure, making no secret of the fact that he would like a technical director brought in.

“I have worked with one at Porto and Academia and had no issues with that and I certainly promote that,” said the Spurs boss.

It is rumoured that Daniel Levy is now looking at F.C. Porto’s Antero Henrique and former Barcelona sporting director Txiki Beguiristain as possibilities to fill the vacancy.