Teddy Sheringham Reveals Why Maradona’s Tottenham Move Fell Through

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Teddy Sheringham has shared how Tottenham nearly signed Diego Maradona during Ossie Ardiles’ time as manager. Ardiles even asked Sheringham for his thoughts before making an approach. Sheringham says the club pulled out of the deal due to Maradona’s off-field “baggage.” Instead, Spurs quickly signed Jurgen Klinsmann, who arrived within days and won over the dressing room.

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