Tottenham Hotspur has turned to Roberto De Zerbi as their new manager in a desperate bid to avoid relegation from the Premier League.

The Italian arrives on a long-term deal with the club sitting just above the drop zone and only seven matches remaining in the season.

De Zerbi replaces Igor Tudor and inherits a side without a league win in 2026, highlighting the scale of the challenge. His immediate task is survival, with Spurs just one point clear of relegation and facing a difficult run-in.

Concerns remain over whether he can make a quick impact, given his possession-based style may need time to implement. With injuries, poor form, and mounting pressure, De Zerbi must quickly galvanise the squad to secure crucial points and preserve Tottenham’s top-flight status.

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