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Tottenham Confirm Roberto De Zerbi As Head Coach On Five-Year Contract
Tottenham have confirmed the appointment of Roberto De Zerbi as their new head coach. He has been given a five-year contract but all eyes are on the remainder of this season as he has been charged with keeping the club in the Premier League.
TL;DR
- Roberto De Zerbi appointed Tottenham's new head coach on a five-year contract.
- Immediate goal is to keep Tottenham in the Premier League with seven games remaining.
- De Zerbi replaces interim manager Igor Tudor.
- Tottenham is currently one point and one place above the relegation zone.
- De Zerbi was previously considered by Tottenham in the summer of 2023.
- Concerns over De Zerbi's past backing of Mason Greenwood were a factor in previous decisions.
- De Zerbi's coaching reputation is based on a daring, possession-based style.
- He previously managed Brighton, leading them to their highest league finish and Europa League qualification.
- His time at Marseille also saw success, finishing second in Ligue 1.
- De Zerbi's reputation for volatility has been noted, with difficulties arising towards the end of his second season at Brighton.