Tim Sherwood will be "relieved of his managerial duties" at Tottenham at the end of the season according to Sky sources.

The 45-year-old former Spurs and Blackburn midfielder replaced Andre Villas Boas in December and after a brief upturn in form, Tottenham's results of late have regressed.

Despite building a reputation as an "outspoken" boss, it has long been expected that Tottenham would be seeking a new manager this summer.

Holland manager Louis Van Gaal is favourite for the role and the Dutchman has already revealed his Premier League ambitions.