Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy has revealed "some of the highest-calibre coaches across Europe" are keen to manage the club.

David Pleat has been in temporary control since Glenn Hoddle's sacking in September but he will be replaced in the summer.

Spurs have been linked with a host of big-name managers - including Raddy Antic, Giovanni Trapattoni and Martin O'Neill - but Levy is keen to stress no decision has yet been taken on who will replace Pleat.

He told the club's official website, www.spurs.co.uk: "A significant number of individuals have indicated their willingness to come to Tottenham.

"I can tell you that some of the highest-calibre coaches across Europe have said they would like to come and we are certain we will have the right person in place at the start of next season.

"It is testament to the respect that there is out there for our club that we have been approached by managers at the highest levels in the game.

"We have been sensible and covered our options, so it would be foolish to assume we have only spoken in depth to one person. Sometimes though, circumstances beyond anyone's control affect negotiations. Once again, I would ask fans to be patient."

Pleat's role at the club beyond the summer had been put forward as a possible stumbling block, with potential managers said to be concerned.

But Levy dismissed those worries, insisting Pleat's influence has not put off candidates.

He added: "I can categorically state that with all the people who have indicated they are willing to come to the club, there has never been an issue whatsoever in relation to David Pleat.

"All I can do this summer is to put in charge who I believe is the right person for the club.

"We've already raised a substantial amount of money in January which means we have flexibility to invest in the squad in the summer.

"This is sport, so we also hope we have a little luck and really hope that next season is better than we've had for the last 10 years."