Roberto De Zerbi Earns Praise After Guiding Tottenham to Premier League Safety

Roberto De Zerbi has done a fantastic job at Tottenham and deserves to get backed wholeheartedly in the summer transfer window.

De Zerbi delivered what was asked of him by Tottenham Hotspur—Premier League safety. The team faced a tough battle, pushing the relegation fight to the final day of the season, but ultimately they succeeded.

The Italian tactician helped the North London club avoid the embarrassment of relegation to the Championship, securing a crucial 1-0 victory over Everton on Sunday. West Ham’s efforts with a 3-0 win against Leeds United ultimately came to naught as they became the last team to drop into the Championship.

Massive credit goes to Roberto De Zerbi for turning Tottenham’s fortunes around in less than two months. Before his arrival, Spurs were heading in only one direction under former interim boss Igor Tudor, whose short tenure yielded just a single draw before he was dismissed.

Taking charge of a winless Tottenham squad in 2026, De Zerbi led the team to a pivotal victory at Wolves, and his final act was to inspire the Lilywhites to their first home win in the Premier League since the first week of December. With this success, Spurs finished the season in 17th place.

Former England Striker Hails Tottenham’s Appointment of Roberto De Zerbi

Ex-England international Ellen White feels De Zerbi has proven to be a “great appointment” for Tottenham. She commended the 46-year-old’s infectious energy and his ability to simplify play, improving player confidence.

“You just need a little bit of confidence, a little bit of belief, a little bit of love, and maybe an arm around the shoulder instead of the screaming and shouting. Tell them that they are good players, put them in a system they believe in and just make them run first to start with,” Ellen White said on Final Score (h/t BBC Sport).

“It started with a disappointing loss, but then they got a draw, then another draw and then a scrappy win, and all of a sudden you start to believe. The players get a bit of confidence, and you can see it.”

“De Zerbi’s energy is infectious, sprinting down the line, you see that as a player, and you want to run through brick walls for that person. I think he was a great appointment.”

De Zerbi Makes Transfer Demands Clear

Following the victory over Everton, De Zerbi made his transfer demands clear to the Tottenham board. He seeks to add “first-level” players to strengthen the squad for the 2026/27 season.

The North London club must invest in quality players who can integrate quickly under De Zerbi’s management. With Spurs not competing in European tournaments next term, the coaching staff will focus solely on the Premier League while aiming for domestic cup success. While a large squad may not be necessary, De Zerbi emphasizes that certain player departures are crucial before welcoming new talent.

Fans will eagerly anticipate the new players arriving at Hotspur Way in the coming months.