Tottenham Plans Major Squad Rebuild Under Roberto De Zerbi
Tottenham Hotspur faced significant challenges over the past season, finding themselves caught in another relegation battle. Roberto De Zerbi took charge during the March international break with the primary goal of ensuring Spurs remained in the Premier League.
The Italian coach successfully met this objective, managing to keep Tottenham afloat while West Ham United faced relegation, despite a 3-0 victory over Leeds United on the final day of the campaign.
Back-to-back finishes at 17th place indicate that substantial improvements are necessary across several areas at White Hart Lane. Fans are calling for sweeping changes following another disappointing domestic season. Club legend Glenn Hoddle believes that the Europa League success in 2025/26 masked deeper issues, which could not be ignored this time.
Danny Murphy Anticipates Positive Season Ahead for Tottenham Under De Zerbi
This past season, Spurs were expected to build on their Europa League success but instead barely avoided relegation. A mix of unmet expectations, a lack of squad investment, injuries, and managerial instability contributed to a forgettable campaign for supporters at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
This summer, De Zerbi will aim to construct a successful team in North London after achieving his immediate objective of maintaining Premier League status. The absence of European competition may benefit him, as it will allow more time for coaching staff to work closely with players and refine their tactical approach.
TalkSPORT pundit Danny Murphy commented on Tottenham’s future, expressing confidence that the team will finish in the top half of the Premier League next season. He praised De Zerbi for his efforts during a turbulent time for the club, noting that he organized the squad effectively and instilled confidence in the players.
“I’d be gobsmacked if they didn’t. I mean, um, he definitely got them organised, gave them a bit of consistency in the personnel, the tactics. They didn’t change that very much at all. They played with more intensity generally. They didn’t jump levels in quality because the confidence was so low,” Danny Murphy stated on the talkSPORT show.
“You got that squad should never be in a relegation battle. They have had injuries, but I can’t see them having a problem. I think they’ll finish top half.”