Tottenham are in the market for a possible new manager with Igor Tudor under immense pressure, and according to GIVEMESPORT correspondent Ben Jacobs, Roberto De Zerbi is unlikely to take the job at the moment.
Spurs were always going to be looking for a new permanent manager in the summer, with Tudor only signing a deal until the end of the season, but their search for a long-term coach may be brought forward.
Tudor is yet to win since taking over at the club, and the pressure is seriously mounting ahead of their Premier League clash with Liverpool on Sunday.
Injuries certainly haven't helped his situation, with Joao Palhinha and Cristian Romero the latest players to be on the treatment table, but their performances and results have been a major concern.
De Zerbi Makes Tottenham Stance Clear
According to GIVEMESPORT correspondent Jacobs, De Zerbi doesn't want to join a club at this moment, despite him being a 'leading name' under consideration by Tottenham. Jacobs adds that Tudor is likely to leave later this month, with Spurs weighing up their options.
GIVEMESPORT sources confirmed earlier this week that Tottenham were actively looking for possible replacements for Tudor, with the former Juventus looking like he could be heading through the exit door.
Tottenham Have Alternative Options
GIVEMESPORT sources have also confirmed that Tottenham do have alternative options to De Zerbi.
Ferencvaros manager Robbie Keane has been discussed internally, while Fulham boss Marco Silva is another name on their radar as a possible appointment.
Mauricio Pochettino would be open to returning to the club and wouldn't be put off by their potential relegation, but there's no chance of him joining immediately as he prepares for the World Cup with the USA national team.
Spurs' list of options to take over right now might not be lengthy, with managers likely wary of their current position in the Premier League table.
Either way, it's a situation that needs solving, and Tudor needs to turn things around if he wants to keep his job.