Roberto De Zerbi appointed Tottenham Hotspur head coach
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Roberto De Zerbi has apologised to Tottenham Hotspur fans for comments he made about forward Mason Greenwood after taking over as head coach. The Italian was appointed in late March 2026 to replace Ange Postecoglou with Spurs fighting relegation from the Premier League. He has said he will remain at the club next season regardless of whether Tottenham stay up or go down.
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- •Roberto De Zerbi was appointed Tottenham Hotspur head coach on 31 March 2026.
- •De Zerbi replaced Ange Postecoglou while Tottenham were in a Premier League relegation battle.
- •Reports describe Tottenham as "relegation-battling" at the time of De Zerbi's appointment.
- •On 2 April 2026, De Zerbi publicly committed to stay at Spurs next season "no matter what" happens this campaign.
- •De Zerbi's commitment covers the possibility of Tottenham being relegated from the Premier League.
- •French and other European outlets reported that De Zerbi apologised to Spurs supporters for his remarks about Mason Greenwood.
- •Media in Asia, Africa and the Middle East highlighted De Zerbi's pledge to remain at Tottenham regardless of results.
- •Russian outlet Kommersant reported that De Zerbi took over as Tottenham head coach with the club in danger of relegation.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Tottenham avoid relegation under Roberto De Zerbi this season The club can plan summer transfers around Premier League income and De Zerbi's long-term stay.
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Primary Sources (9)
WESTFrance24 - World (EN)New Tottenham boss De Zerbi apologises to fans for Greenwood commentsRUKommersant (RU)Роберто Де Дзерби возглавил «Тоттенхем»CNChannel News AsiaDe Zerbi commits to stay at Spurs next season regardless of resultsCNChannel News AsiaRelegation-battling Spurs appoint De Zerbi as manager