Having recently been announced as the new permanent head coach, Roberto De Zerbi will begin work on the training ground immediately to ensure that his Tottenham Hotspur side are prepared to try and pick up their first league win of 2026 when they travel to Sunderland on April 12.

The immediate objective of the Italian boss is to do everything possible to retain Spurs’ top-flight status. But, he may need to overhaul the squad regardless of whether they suffer relegation, having immensely underperformed this season. Tottenham certainly seem to be willing to back Roberto De Zerbi in the summer transfer window, having handed him a five-year deal and more autonomy than their previous bosses, which means he will have a broader influence in the club’s summer transfer dealings.

Tottenham’s position demands quick results, and injury problems have already left the squad stretched. De Zerbi has stressed the need to climb the table by picking up as many points as possible, while also buying into the club’s broader ambition to build a strong side with an exciting, attacking style of play.

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