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Tottenham arrive with a signings-heavy, high-pressing plan aimed at immediate improvement, while Brentford—coming off a solid ninth-place finish and adding Mamadou Sangare—will test Spurs’ revamped setup. Openers often feature rust and tactical tweaks, but the piece suggests Spurs should show progress and push for three points, even if a draw remains plausible.
Tottenham beat Everton on the final day to avoid relegation, finishing 17th for the second season running, as celebrating fans directed anger at owners ENIC. The emergency appointment of Roberto De Zerbi steadied a chaotic campaign, but questions remain about leadership, recruitment, and the club’s direction ahead of next season.
Tottenham fell 2-1 to Chelsea, keeping their relegation hopes alive with a final-day home game against Everton; De Zerbi said his players produced a good performance, pointed to defensive lapses and Enzo Fernandez’s strike, and stressed there isn’t time to overthink it as Spurs prepare for the last match with optimism they can stay up.
Roberto De Zerbi has sparked a Spurs revival, guiding them to back-to-back league wins by deploying an aggressive pressing game and coordinated rotations that disrupt Villa's build-up, create midfield overloads, and convert possession into chances as Spurs move away from relegation danger.
Tottenham have appointed Roberto De Zerbi as their new manager on a five-year contract to steer the club through a relegation battle with seven Premier League games left; Sporting Director Johan Lange said he was Tottenham's top target, but the move has drawn mixed reactions, including opposition from some Tottenham fans' groups over De Zerbi's stance on Mason Greenwood.
Tottenham's plan to appoint Roberto De Zerbi has triggered fan backlash, with supporters' groups condemning his past remarks on issues like same-sex marriage and women in football and his links to Greenwood. The Spurs Supporters' Trust has pressed the club to reaffirm its values and warned the appointment could damage trust and safety among fans.
Tottenham are close to appointing Roberto De Zerbi as head coach, giving him seven Premier League matches to pull them out of a relegation battle after sitting 17th. If confirmed, his first fixtures would include Sunderland away and Brighton at home, with Leeds, Everton, Wolves, Aston Villa and Chelsea to follow. The appointment would bring a clear, attacking style and valuable top-flight experience, but success depends on stable club structure and alignment among management, owners and football operations to implement his system.
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly close to appointing Roberto De Zerbi to take charge immediately on a long-term deal, with a breakthrough described by outlets like Fabrizio Romano and The Athletic despite earlier hesitation, as the club faces a relegation battle and fan scrutiny.
Chelsea FC has parted ways with coach Mauricio Pochettino after just a year, and former Bayern Munich coaches Thomas Tuchel and Hansi Flick are being considered as potential replacements. Brighton's departing coach Roberto De Zerbi is also in the mix. Tuchel, who previously led Chelsea to a Champions League victory, is reportedly interested in returning, while Flick is more likely to join FC Barcelona.
Liverpool has ruled out pursuing Xabi Alonso as a replacement for Jurgen Klopp, with sources indicating that Bayer Leverkusen's success has led to Alonso being on the verge of guiding them to their first-ever Bundesliga title this season. Instead, Brighton's Roberto De Zerbi and Sporting CP coach Ruben Amorim are considered leading candidates for the Anfield job, with Bayern Munich also unlikely to secure Alonso as their new manager. Liverpool's CEO of football, Michael Edwards, has identified alternative options to Alonso, while the former player is expected to be a target for Real Madrid when Carlo Ancelotti's contract expires in 2026.
Brighton & Hove Albion winger Kaoru Mitoma is likely out for the rest of the season due to a back injury, as confirmed by head coach Roberto De Zerbi. This comes as a significant blow for the team, as Mitoma's pace and skill have been valuable assets. The team is also dealing with several other injuries, but De Zerbi remains hopeful for the return of some players in upcoming matches.
Liverpool is preparing for Jurgen Klopp's departure and considering potential successors, including Xabi Alonso, Roberto De Zerbi, Julian Nagelsmann, Michel, Simone Inzaghi, Unai Emery, Thomas Frank, and Ange Postecoglou. Each candidate brings unique coaching styles and experiences, with some having prior connections to the club. Klopp's successor will have big shoes to fill after his successful tenure at Anfield.
Brighton and Hove Albion manager Roberto De Zerbi explained that his exuberant celebration after their 3-2 victory over Nottingham Forest was not meant as a snub to opposing coach Steve Cooper. De Zerbi cited the team's recent struggles, including injuries and dropped points, as the reason for the big celebration. Cooper confirmed that De Zerbi did not shake his hand but downplayed the situation. The match was marred by controversial penalty decisions and a red card for Brighton's Lewis Dunk. Cooper expressed his dissatisfaction with the referee's performance and expects to discuss the matter with the head of refereeing.
Pep Guardiola has stated that he intends to stay at Manchester City next season, regardless of the outcome of the club's ongoing legal battle with the Premier League. Guardiola also praised Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi, calling him one of the most influential managers of the last 20 years. He also discussed his approach to using striker Erling Haaland and the challenges of maintaining high standards after winning the league title. Guardiola also compared the media environment in England to that in Spain and Italy, saying that it is more comfortable for managers in the UK.
Both head coaches, Roberto De Zerbi of Brighton and Hove Albion and Tottenham Hotspur's acting head coach Cristian Stellini, were sent off during their Premier League match on Saturday after a heated exchange during the pre-match handshake and a further altercation in the second half involving coaches from both sides. De Zerbi has had previous run-ins with the authorities and will be sweating on further punishment following this latest infringement.