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Roberto De Zerbi: Tottenham’s top target has doubts due to relegation threat

Roberto De Zerbi is having doubts about becoming the next Tottenham Hotspur manager, sources have told Football Insider.

Sources say the boss is reluctant to take over in the middle of a relegation battle and would prefer to wait until the summer before accepting his next role.

Tottenham have begun searching for their next manager as they prepare to part company with Igor Tudor, and the former Brighton boss is high on their list.

As I revealed on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Transfer Insider podcast, Spurs are facing difficulties convincing the 46-year-old to take over immediately.

That could force Tottenham to appoint another interim manager to see them through to the end of the season in the hope of surviving the relegation battle.

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Roberto De Zerbi uncertain about taking Tottenham role

Football Insider revealed on 24 March that De Zerbi is Tottenham’s top target to replace Tudor as they prepare to part ways with their interim boss.

The former Brighton manager’s availability has put them on alert as they hope he will step in immediately, but new concerns have emerged about his willingness.

De Zerbi would prefer to take charge in the summer when Spurs know their fate as they remain one point above the relegation zone with seven games to play.

Speaking on the Transfer Insider podcast, I explained: “De Zerbi is somebody that obviously Spurs are very much interested in, whether it’s now or at end of the season.

“A lot will depend on Tottenham securing Premier League survival.

“It does seem Tottenham would like De Zerbi to come in now, but he’s in no rush right now.

“He would prefer to wait and weigh up his options and probably come into a new job at the end of the season where he can have a full pre-season with his new club and everything else.

“Obviously he’s just left Marseille in February so he’s in no immediate rush to return to the dugout.

“He’s one of a number of candidates that Spurs have looked at, but with the situation they find themselves in, it’s difficult to attract their top targets.”

When will Tottenham part ways with Igor Tudor?

Tottenham are accelerating plans to part ways with Tudor in the wake of their 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest which has left them one place above the relegation zone.

The 47-year-old’s tenure in North London has not gone to plan after he was brought in to replace Thomas Frank with the goal of guiding them away from relegation.

As a result, Football Insider revealed on 27 March that Tudor will leave Tottenham by mutual consent in the near future as all parties are keen to move on.

The interim boss has won just one of his seven games in charge, and picked up just one point in the Premier League, as he has failed to lead them to safety.

The international break is seen as the ideal opportunity to bring in a replacement ahead of Spurs’ next league game against Sunderland on 12 April.

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Igor Tudor set to leave Tottenham by ‘mutual consent’ within days

Igor Tudor is set to leave Tottenham Hotspur by mutual consent in the near future as they accelerate plans to replace the boss during the international break.

The 47-year-old’s tenure in North London has not gone to plan after he was brought in to replace Thomas Frank with the goal of guiding them away from relegation.

After a heavy 3-0 defeat to relegation rivals Nottingham Forest last time out, Spurs remain just one point above the bottom three and rivals West Ham.

As I revealed on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Transfer Insider podcast, Tudor accepts that his appointment has not gone to plan and is prepared to leave.

That will leave Tottenham scrambling to appoint a new manager, with a number of options both short-term and long-term being assessed behind the scenes.

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Igor Tudor close to leaving Tottenham

Football Insider revealed on 24 March that Tottenham are planning to sack Tudor, and while the decision has been delayed, it remains part of their plans.

The interim boss has won just one of his seven games in charge, and picked up just one point in the Premier League, as he has failed to lead them to safety.

The international break is seen as the ideal opportunity to bring in a replacement ahead of Spurs’ next league game against Sunderland on 12 April.

Speaking on the Transfer Insider podcast, I explained: “Yeah, it does look like it’s inevitable that Tudor will lose his job during the international break.

“Maybe not ‘sacked’ necessarily, I think there’ll be a mutual consent agreement that it hasn’t worked out for either party.

“They’ve just won one of his seven games in charge and are one point above the relegation zone.

“So he hasn’t had the desired effect that Tottenham thought he would do when they brought him in as an interim manager until the end of the season.”

Who could Spurs appoint to replace Tudor?

Work is already underway to identify the next Tottenham manager, despite having initially planned to assess the situation in the summer after Tudor’s departure.

His imminent early dismissal has forced the club to accelerate their plans, with the likes of Roberto De Zerbi emerging as candidates for the position.

However, former Everton CEO Keith Wyness told Football Insider that Tottenham could “settle on” Sean Dyche to drag them away from trouble this late in the season.

The boss’ previous experience of guiding relegation-threatened clubs away from trouble at Everton and Burnley has made him a key option.

There are doubts about whether he would be prepared to take the job, though, having left Nottingham Forest just last month as he was replaced by Vitor Pereira.

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Tottenham to ‘settle on’ Sean Dyche hire as work underway to hire Igor Tudor’s replacement

Tottenham Hotspur could end up appointing Sean Dyche to save the club from Premier League relegation.

That is according to ex-Everton, Aston Villa, and Aberdeen chief executive Keith Wyness, speaking exclusively to Football Insider, as Igor Tudor faces the sack at Spurs.

Tudor has failed to win a Premier League game in interim charge of the north London club, leaving them just a point above the bottom three.

Spurs have seven games left to preserve their Premier League status, starting with a trip to Sunderland after the international break.

Dyche is available to become Spurs’ next manager after being sacked by relegation rivals Nottingham Forest in February after only 114 days in charge.

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Sean Dyche an ‘option’ for Tottenham job

Everton’s former chief Keith Wyness – who served as CEO at Goodison Park between 2004 and 2009 and now runs a football consultancy advising elite clubs – thinks the appointment of Tudor has turned out to be a “slight mistake.”

Speaking on the new edition of Football Insider‘s Inside Track podcast, Wyness believes the club should now be looking for a manager with Premier League experience.

He told Football Insider‘s Inside Track podcast: “They’ll be working on it (hiring a new manager), of course, but I think if I was there, I’d be trying to get someone with hands-on experience of the Premier League in there rather than bringing anybody else in, which I think maybe Tudor was a slight mistake.

“I’d have gone for a Premier League experience and, therefore, it leads us to the question, is Sean Dyche going to come back and do that job for them again? I think he may well be the option that they settle on.”

Complications emerge in Roberto De Zerbi pursuit

Wyness also told Football Insider that Spurs could appoint a manager on a short-term basis if target Roberto De Zerbi does not wish to join until the end of the season.

De Zerbi may be interested in the Spurs job, but only if he can wait until the end of the season and find out whether the club remain in the Premier League.

The Italian does have Premier League experience with Brighton, and has been out of work since mutually agreeing to leave Marseille in February.

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Tottenham Hotspur are facing “problems down the road” as a result of failing to qualify for European football this season.

That is according to former Manchester City financial adviser Stefan Borson, who exclusively told Football Insider Spurs need to invest more this summer following their on-field issues.

Tottenham are at risk of being relegated from the Premier League after slipping to fourth bottom following their 3-0 defeat against Nottingham Forest.

However, the north London giants did reach the last 16 of the Champions League before being knocked out by Atletico Madrid.

Tottenham’s finances will receive a healthy boost after reaching the knock-out rounds, but missing out on Europe altogether this season will create a hole in their accounts.

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What failing to qualify for Europe means for Tottenham

Football Insider revealed on 19 March Tottenham earned £71.6million in prize money from the Champions League this season.

That is likely to see Spurs’ revenue increase for 2025-26, with Deloitte’s 2026 Money League revealing the club’s turnover surged from £528m in 2023-24 to £565m last season.

Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, Borson discussed the financial issues Tottenham could soon be facing.

“The problems are down the road,” said Borson.

“This is another team that’s not qualifying for the Champions League, that’s for sure. They are not qualifying for the Europa League, that’s for sure, so Europe’s gone next season.

“We know about all the commercial issues they’ve got and then on top of that, let’s assume they stay in the Premier League and then on top of that, I think their costs are going to be quite a bit higher next season if they stay in the Premier League because I think they’re going to invest.”

How Tottenham plan to increase spending

Borson insisted Tottenham are planning to spend following Daniel Levy’s exit last September.

“I don’t think they’re going to be able to have three years of this bottom of the league kind of potential relegation battle,” said Borson.

“That’s just not going to work for anybody. You don’t get rid of Daniel Levy and then not start to spend more money, so I think that’s what’s going to happen.

“I think this is going to be a bumper year financially, but the problems are down the road.”

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Tottenham agree fee to sign Forest Green Rovers gem Darim Tchadjobo

Tottenham Hotspur have agreed a fee to sign Forest Green Rovers’ teenage sensation Darim Tchadjobo, sources have told Football Insider.

The teenage striker has been earning rave reviews for Forest Green’s youth sides and has been prolific in front of goal.

The 14-year-old’s potential has alerted several clubs higher up the football pyramid, and Spurs are looking to steal a march on their rivals by agreeing a fee with National League outfit Forest Green for the starlet.

Tottenham’s transfer plans are likely to change depending on their league status at the end of the season, but the club are already planning for the future as the race heats up for Tchadjobo.

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Tottenham academy continues to draw in new talent

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The likes of Callum Olusesi and Junai Byfield are earning valuable minutes in and around the first team, despite the current situation at the bottom of the league table.

In addition to the duo, James Wilson, on loan from Hearts, could be signed permanently at the end of the season, having notched two goals in five matches for the Under-21s.

There is a clear path through to the first team from the academy, while the likes of Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall are both being given chances to shine on some of the biggest stages.

What does the future hold for Mikey Moore?

Mikey Moore is currently one of the Lilywhites’ most exciting prospects, having gone out on loan to Rangers and shone in the Scottish Premiership this season.

In 40 appearances, the tricky winger has notched six goals and three assists, bagging his latest goal contribution in the 4-1 demolition of Aberdeen on Saturday, 21 March.

Keith Wyness told Football Insider that Rangers will be unable to sign Moore permanently, even if manager Danny Rohl wants to, which suggests a return to North London is upcoming.

Next season should provide the 18-year-old with a platform to really prove himself to the Spurs fans, having just 21 first-team appearances under his belt right now.

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Robin Risser: Newcastle lead Tottenham in transfer race to complete £34.5m summer deal

Robin Risser is a more likely signing for Newcastle United than Tottenham Hotspur as they bid to find a new number one goalkeeper this summer, sources have told Football Insider.

Both clubs are in the market for the addition of a new stopper ahead of next season, but the Magpies hold a clear edge in the race for the 21-year-old Lens star, as they are more likely to qualify for European football.

The starlet has been identified as a clear candidate for the Tynesiders, but sources say that a deal could be “difficult” for them to strike without Champions League football, due to the fact that Lens are on course to qualify in Ligue 1.

The French side are under little pressure to sell the 21-year-old at the moment, as they are pushing PSG all the way in the title race, and as a result, they are holding out for a fee of around £34.5million to sanction a sale.

Newcastle’s transfer plans have seen a new goalkeeper emerge as one of their key priorities ahead of 2026-27, but if Lens qualify for the Champions League themselves, then a deal may not come easily.

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Newcastle clear of Tottenham in Robin Risser race

Risser has been one of Ligue 1’s standout goalkeepers so far this season, as his tally of 10 clean sheets is currently higher than any other player in the division.

The France U21 international is developing a big reputation for himself in his country’s top-flight, and he has been integral to his team’s efforts to fight their way towards the top of the table this term.

Naturally, that has resulted in Premier League interest, with Tottenham also viewing him as a candidate to don their number one shirt next term, according to Jeunes Footeux.

The Lilywhites are casting their net out to try and find a replacement for the outgoing Guglielmo Vicario, but the uncertainty surrounding their position in the Premier League could provide problems for them.

Newcastle are the more likely candidates to strike a deal for Risser at the moment, but even their chances look set to hinge on the Champions League outcomes at both St James’ and Lens.

Magpies’ board take fresh Eddie Howe sack stance

Football Insider revealed on Monday that the Newcastle board remain firmly behind Eddie Howe, despite a tumultuous week that has seen calls for him to be sacked increase.

The club hierarchy remain conviced that he is the right man for the job, even after a heavy defeat to Barcelona in the Champions League, and a crushing loss to bitter rivals Sunderland last weekend.

Howe has led the North East outfit into the Champions League in two of the last three seasons, while last year’s Carabao Cup triumph was also their first major domestic trophy since 1955.

The boss is said to have plenty of credit in the bank as a result, although it has already been made clear that next year’s remit is to qualify for European football.

However, Howe looks set to be the man to lead that charge in 2026-27 once again, despite the presure that has built up from certain sections of the fanbase.

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Tottenham Hotspur are set to sack Igor Tudor within the next 24 to 48 hours, sources have told Football Insider.

Roberto De Zerbi has been identified as the Lilywhites’ top target to replace the outgoing interim boss, provided that the club can convince him to take the job immediately, rather than at the end of the season.

Tudor has been facing significant pressure in North London in recent weeks, but sources have now indicated that the board have decided that last weekend’s 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest was the final straw.

Spurs are now just one point clear of the relegation zone heading into the final seven games of the season, and the hierarchy have decided that another change in the dugout is necessary.

De Zerbi is Tottenham’s leading managerial candidate at the moment, but any deal is likely to depend on his desire to return to management immediately.

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Tottenham board settle on another managerial change

Tottenham’s relegation fears have been growing with every passing game of late, and the board have now decided that enough is enough where Tudor is concerned.

The team had shown signs of life under his guidance with a 1-1 draw at Liverpool followed by victory over Atletico Madrid in the second leg of their Champions League last 16 tie, but optimism quickly evaporated with the defeat to Forest.

Tudor is set to leave his post at the helm of the North London outfit, having taken just one point from his five Premier League games in charge, and with three of those games ending in defeats by two goals or more.

Tottenham are now winless in their last 13 league games, with their most recent domestic victory coming away at Crystal Palace way back on 28 December.

They are now staring down the barrel of an unprecedented relegation into the Championship after their defeat to Forest, a result which has propelled Vitor Pereira’s side two points above Spurs in the table.

The likes of Harry Redknapp, Glenn Hoddle and Tim Sherwood have all been tipped to take over from Tudor in recent weeks, but the responsibility is now set to fall on De Zerbi if a deal can be struck.

Spurs fans explode over Roberto De Zerbi news

Tottenham fans have exploded over the De Zerbi news in recent hours, with several taking to social media to make their frustrations known towards the board.

The potential appointment is not set to be a popular one in the eyes of the fanbase, with one supporter taking to X to suggest that the former Brighton boss has the “ego of Antonio Conte and the ability of Thomas Frank.”

The Italian chief has been out of work since he left French side Marseille by mutual consent back in February, but could now be about to step back into a Premier League dugout.

De Zerbi led Brighton to European qualification for the first time in their history thanks to a sixth-placed finish back in 2022-23, and Tottenham are hopeful that he will be able to spark the upturn that is needed for them to stay in the league.

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Tottenham plan to accept new Cristian Romero offer after ‘disgrace’ vs Nottingham Forest

Tottenham Hotspur are prepared to let Cristian Romero leave ahead of the summer window and have been left raging by his recent performances.

Romero returned to the starting XI against Forest following his lengthy suspension, but has been labelled a “disgrace” for his attitude and application towards the game.

Spurs’ captain did little the stem the tide of an eventual Forest victory and looked off the pace, including moments of laziness which could have cost his side.

Former Tottenham scout Mick Brown told Football Insider that the club are now prepared to let him leave regardless of whether they remain in the Premier League.

There is a growing feeling that a mass overhaul could be on the cards in a busy transfer window for Tottenham, with the 27-year-old high on their list of sales.

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Tottenham prepare to accept new Cristian Romero offers

Brown told Football Insider last month that Romero is edging towards leaving Tottenham with interest from the likes of Atletico Madrid having lingered from last year.

The centre-back has made public outbursts against the club in recent months, combined with some poor performances, and has done little to aid their situation.

In the wake of their 3-0 defeat to Forest, which now has them just one place above the relegation zone, there is a growing feeling he will be moved on.

“Cristian Romero is becoming a real concern for Tottenham,” Brown told Football Insider.

“People can talk about him and his qualities which are clear, and in a good side he can look top-class, but there are issues with his character which are a problem.

“He’s liable to blow a fuse, make a silly challenge and get sent off, or go wandering and leave his responsibilities at the back.

“In the game against Forest, I thought he looked lazy and like it was all beneath him, and that’s the last thing you need from your captain in this situation.

“At one stage, he lost the ball high up the pitch, Forest counter attacked and he was nowhere to be seen, it was only after the ball had been cleared he came jogging back. It was a disgrace.

“Tottenham have a choice now, will they be prepared to let him go or not? I would suggest, from what I’ve heard, they’re going to be ready to let him go.

“He’s done very little to aid their situation, he looks like he would rather be elsewhere, and if that is the case then Tottenham would be better off letting him go.”

Tottenham make plans to replace Romero

Tottenham’s precarious league position means they are expecting to lose big-name players this summer regardless of whether they get relegated.

Romero and his defensive partner Micky van de Ven have been the most heavily tipped for a move away with interest growing from clubs across Europe.

As a result, Football Insider revealed on 23 February that Tottenham are planning to replace Romero and Van de Ven and have begun assessing their options.

Spurs are set to miss out on European qualification after a second consecutive lowly league finish, but hope they can still attract new players to the club.

They will likely be forced to enter the transfer market in search of replacements for their centre-back duo, but are preparing for all eventualities.

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Pape Sarr was one of the few Tottenham Hotspur players to walk away from Sunday’s defeat to Nottingham Forest with any reason to keep his head up.

The Lilywhites were battered 3-0 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium by the fellow relegation contenders, with Igor Jesus, Morgan Gibbs-White and Taiwo Awonyi on the scoresheet.

Tottenham fans had paraded in the streets to welcome the coach before the game, but they were left aghast by their team’s failure to show up on the pitch.

The defeat has left the North London club 17th, with just one point separating them from West Ham and the relegation zone.

Tottenham’s form had improved briefly before Sunday, but Igor Tudor’s team have been brutally slammed back down to Earth.

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Pape Sarr sets the example vs Nottingham Forest

Football Insider exclusively revealed on Sunday that Tottenham may sack Tudor in the coming days, with the international break seen as a chance to make a final change.

And it is easy to see why, after Sunday’s defeat, which saw the Lilywhites completely fail to turn up, with the exception of Sarr.

The 23-year-old played with some pride – a rarity for Tottenham this season – and he did not stop running throughout the 90 minutes.

Sarr completed all three of the dribbles he attempted and made six passes into the final third, although his three shots were blocked.

But his best work came defensively, with the midfielder winning the majority of his duels, making three tackles and three recoveries.

The Senegal international would ultimately have nothing to show for his performance, but he played with far more heart than the rest of his teammates.

Mathys Tel tried to make things happen

Mathys Tel was Tottenham’s most dangerous player against Nottingham Forest, making it even more of a blow when he limped off in the second half.

The winger created two chances and hit the crossbar himself with a brilliant strike from outside the box.

Tottenham looked completely devoid of creativity at times on Sunday, but Tel constantly looked to provide a spark of inspiration.

The Lilywhites will hope that both the 20-year-old and Sarr will be back after the international break, with the pair set to be key to any hopes of survival.

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Igor Tudor is ‘finished’ at Tottenham as sack decision now imminent

Igor Tudor is “finished” at Tottenham Hotspur as the club continue to spiral towards relegation following his miserable seven-game tenure.

A 3-0 defeat at home against Nottingham Forest last time out means Spurs have dropped to 17th in the Premier League table, just one point above the drop zone.

West Ham’s defeat against Aston Villa has provided some immediate respite in terms of their league position, but there is now a feeling something has to change.

Former Spurs scout Mick Brown exclusively told Football Insider that there is “no way back” for the boss after failing to get anything out of such an important game.

The threat of relegation is now looming for Spurs ahead of a crucial run of fixtures, and Tottenham could look for a new manager to steer them away from trouble.

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Tottenham accelerate plans to sack Igor Tudor

Football Insider revealed on 22 March that Tottenham are accelerating plans to sack Tudor following the humiliating defeat against Nottingham Forest.

The international break is seen as the ideal opportunity to bring in a replacement ahead of Spurs next league game against Sunderland on 12 April.

There is now a growing expectation that a new boss will be in charge for that game with Spurs growing increasingly desperate in their battle against relegation.

“It’s come crashing back down to earth for Tottenham,” Brown told Football Insider.

“I thought they’d beat Forest going into this, they’d shown some positive signs and they knew it was a must-win, but they didn’t ever get going.

“There’s no way back for Tudor now, he’s finished at Tottenham after that.

“They’re going to have to make a decision soon because it’s becoming a desperate situation and they need somebody who can come in and keep them up.

“West Ham losing against Villa meant the situation wasn’t as bad as it could have been, but they’re one point above the relegation zone and not improving.

“The Forest game was a must-win, and to come out of that with a 3-0 loss, I don’t see any way any manager could keep his job after that.”

Who will be the next Tottenham manager?

Tottenham’s next manager plans may have been derailed by their precarious league position, having originally hoped to appoint a new boss in the summer.

Tudor was brought in to replace Thomas Frank on an interim basis and allow them time to search for their next permanent boss, but time is now running out.

Former Everton CEO Keith Wyness told Football Insider on 19 March that Robert De Zerbi is the favourite for Tottenham given his Premier League experience.

However, there are doubts about whether he would be prepared to step in while they remain locked in a relegation battle with just seven games to go.

Instead, they may be forced to turn to another short-term option with the likes of Harry Redknapp, Glenn Hoddle and Tim Sherwood having put themselves forward.

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