Roberto De Zerbi is linked with Tottenham as a potential head coach in early 2026, with reports indicating discussions over a five-year contract and a plan to appoint him as Spurs’ third manager of the season. He previously left Brighton at the end of the 2023-24 period and has since been widely covered in transfer and club-level coverage, including speculation about his future Premier League moves.[2][7][8]
Latest snapshot:
- March 29–30, 2026: Sky Sports and other outlets report De Zerbi as open to joining Tottenham, with talks anticipated and a long-term contract proposal under consideration.[1][7][8]
- April 2026: Various outlets discuss his mandate to possibly steer Spurs away from relegation concerns, and some coverage portrays him as a high-profile but high-risk appointment given Spurs’ precarious league position at the time.[3][5][7]
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