Tottenham Hotspur narrowly missed relegation thanks to their 1-0 victory over Everton.
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Despite West Ham winning 3-0 against Leeds in their final game of the season, they were unable to avoid relegation as Spurs won 1-0 against Everton. Following their relegation, a statement was issued by West Ham.
The statement read: “The confirmation of our relegation from the Premier League today marks a sad and painful moment for West Ham United.
“The Club wishes to sincerely thank every single one of our supporters for the constant and loyal backing they have given, throughout what has been an extremely difficult and disappointing season.
“Ultimately, we have not repaid that support. The plain truth is that we have not been good enough. We must now face the consequences of that failure with honesty, transparency and a determination to repair, refocus and rebuild.
“West Ham United is a football club whose unique identity is defined not by success or failure on the pitch, but by the values and traditions of our roots in east London, and by the spirit of the people who have Claret and Blue in their hearts. The Club acknowledges how challenging this season has been for them and knows it must take steps to restore a sense of pride, faith and belief.
“As we have done before, we will fight with everything we have to return to the top division of English football at the first time of asking. The hard work to make that goal a reality begins immediately.”
In response, one fan wrote: “Never thought that in my time as a West Ham United fan I’d cry from lifting a trophy and now cry because of relegation. Genuinely heartbreaking because we’re so much better than this.
“Hope everyone inside this club, from top to bottom, who doesn’t truly care leaves so we can start fresh again. Goodbye Premier League. We’ll be back stronger. Come on you Irons!! ⚒️”
Following their escape from relegation, Peter Charrington, Non-Executive Chairman at Tottenham Hotspur issued a statement on the club’s website. It read: “Dear Supporters,
On Sunday, despite a season that gave you so little, you gave everything. A full stadium, full voice, full belief, until the final whistle.
“I have thought carefully about how to begin this letter, and in the end that moment said it better than I can. It is why we owe you honesty about where we have fallen short, and what we are committed to now.
“Last September, we recognised that something seismic had to change at Spurs. The Lewis family stepped in and authorised a full reset. That decision was not taken lightly, and it came later than it should have. But what has been put in motion is real, and it marks a genuine break from what had come before.
“As part of that process, we discovered some uncomfortable truths. The qualities that make Spurs distinct, our football, our ambition, the connection between the team and its supporters, had been allowed to fade. Football success had not been driving our decisions. We did not have the right expertise in key roles.
“We did not build squads good enough to compete in the most demanding league in the world. Two 17th place finishes in a row is not acceptable, and we will not dress it up as anything other than falling well short of what this Club expects.
“Since September, we have restructured leadership across the Club, with a refreshed executive and football structure. Most of this team are already in post and others will arrive in the coming weeks. The Board are committed to this leadership group and will give them the stability and support they need to run this Club in the right way.
“Roberto De Zerbi is signed as Men's Head Coach for five years, a reflection of our belief in his ability and our commitment to build back to where we need to be. He is passionate, committed and positive in everything he does, and represents the kind of football and ambition that Tottenham Hotspur should stand for.
“Our commitments to you are clear:
• “We will build a squad, led by Roberto as Head Coach, with the right blend of experience, youth and leadership to compete at the highest levels of Premier League and European football.• “We will invest across multiple transfer windows to rebuild, balance and strengthen, with this summer representing an important first step in that work.• “We will continue to modernise our football operation, with a significant focus on raising standards across medical and performance.• “We will increase investment in the Academy to ensure that the pathway from youth football to the first team is one of the strongest in the country.• “We will build on a strong season for Spurs Women by continuing to invest in a world-class women's team, led by Martin Ho.
“Since becoming Chairman, I have realised that Spurs fans are built differently. I have seen it over and over again in the last nine months, across every generation, in every conversation. Even in the darkest of seasons, you showed up and carried this team. That loyalty is not something we take for granted. It is something we are determined to be worthy of.
“There has been speculation about ownership and the future direction of the Club. Let us be direct. Tottenham Hotspur is not for sale. The Lewis family are wholly committed to this Club and to this rebuild. They will provide the stability and investment needed at every level to move us forward, and they see that as a long-term responsibility, not a short-term fix.
“This season fell well short of what Tottenham Hotspur demands. We must be in the fight with the best teams in this league, every season, and we are rebuilding this Club with that standard in mind.
“This Club lives in the hearts of everyone who has ever loved it. It has been carried through living rooms and stands, weekends and long journeys home.
“We will get back to where we belong.”
Are Tottenham Hotspur set to sign Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi?
Fabrizio Romano took to X on May 25 and wrote: “Tottenham have been in advanced talks for weeks with Andy Robertson over free transfer, deal close.
“Juventus have also entered the race and trying to hijack the move with a proposal.
“Decision up to Robertson now.”
According to reports Tottenham Hotspur may sign Senesi on a free transfer this summer after his Bournemouth deal ran out. One Reddit user reacted to the potential news and wrote: “He's exactly the kind of player they need, so good on the ball that it completely makes up for some of his physical limitations.
“ Spurs are awful at playing out the back but this guy is one of, if not, the best centre half in the league at doing it right now, knows when to carry the ball, knows when to play it safe, not shy about playing passes to really hurt teams, actually has the technical ability to pull it off as well.”