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Tottenham Hotspur could persuade Mauricio Pochettino to quit the United States national team now and return to the Premier League before the World Cup, former Spurs and USA goalkeeper Kasey Keller has claimed.

The north London club have not ruled out making another managerial change before the end of the season following Igor Tudor’s disappointing start, with just one win in seven games.

While Pochettino remains one of the primary managerial targets for the summer, his arrival mid-season appears highly unlikely, considering the Argentine is focused on leading the United States to the World Cup on home soil.

Pochettino Tipped to Join Spurs Before End of Season

Keller, as quoted by football.london, said he believes Pochettino will leave his United States role after the World Cup, but could not rule out an earlier departure if Tottenham push hard enough for the Argentine's return before the end of the season:

“I definitely see him quitting after the World Cup. With Tottenham Hotspur, the problem, I think, is if they could entice Pochettino to quit the World Cup right now, and I could see that happening.

“I think they may try to hold on, but I don't think they can. I don't think they can continue down the path right now without hiring somebody and have the unthinkable happen.

“Timing is so important, I think if Spurs could get a couple of wins in the next couple of matches, obviously the Forest match what a disaster.

“Then you think hold off, wait until after the World Cup and then have conversations. I think Spurs need to make a real serious move right now or the unthinkable is possible.”

Pochettino took charge of Tottenham in 2014 and led the club to the 2019 Champions League final.

Spurs also finished second in the Premier League under the Argentine in 2016/17 –their highest top-flight position in over 50 years.

The north London club’s lowest finish under Pochettino was sixth in the 2014/15 season, his first year in charge.

Roberto De Zerbi Unlikely to Join Spurs

Tottenham have been looking at several different options to succeed Tudor before the end of the season, but appear unlikely to appoint Roberto De Zerbi.

The Italian manager is reportedly willing to keep his options open until the summer and would consider joining Spurs if they avoid Premier League relegation.

De Zerbi is available after leaving Marseille earlier this campaign and would bring two seasons of Premier League experience from his time at Brighton.

The 46-year-old spent two years with the Seagulls and took them to sixth in the Premier League in the 2022/23 season –the club’s highest top-flight finish to date.

Tottenham Hotspur are still yet to make a decision on whether Igor Tudor will remain in caretaker charge or not, following the sad death of his father this week.

The 47-year-old's job is surely under severe threat following Sunday's disastrous 3-0 defeat to relegation rivals Nottingham Forest, which has left Tottenham in genuine danger of going down to the Championship.

The performance and result against the Tricky Trees wasn't a one-off either, with Spurs only taking one point from the 15 available in the league since the Croat replaced Thomas Frank last month.

The north Londoners now have two-and-a-half weeks before the trip to Sunderland, where they will look to pick up their first Premier League win of 2026 - their previous one came against Crystal Palace at end of December.

The Tottenham decision-makers have time to make a change, if they feel it is needed, and for a potential new manager to come in and work with the players who have remained at Hotspur Way ahead of the visit to the Stadium of Light.

Tottenham Hold Talks Over Hiring Marco Silva

According to GIVEMESPORT senior reporter Fabrizio Romano, Tottenham have held internal talks in recent days over hiring Fulham manager Marco Silva.

With Spurs yet to decide on Tudor's short-term future, it's unclear whether the north Londoners would make a move for the Portuguese coach now if they did sack Tudor, or if he is purely seen as an option for the summer.

Roberto De Zerbi is another name on everyone's lips, and he is available now following his exit from Marseille this month. Convincing him to join for the final seven matches of the season is another thing though.

Silva has been a long-term contender for the Tottenham job, with the club also keen on him prior to appointing Thomas Frank.

The 48-year-old is currently on course to be a free agent in the summer, with no agreement yet reached on his contract that expires at the end of the season.

Silva Ready to Take Tottenham Job

Silva is one of the understated managers in the Premier League, but he continues to show that he is ready for an opportunity at a bigger club after what he has achieved previously at Everton, and especially now at Fulham.

The Portuguese coach has had the west London outfit picking up impressive results and punching above their weight in mid-table, with Calvin Bassey labelling him as 'one of the best managers in the Premier League'. But now he needs more funds to show he can take a club to the next level.

He would get that at Tottenham, should they remain in the top flight, and he has shown that he is savvy enough to consistently pick up results in the Premier League.

He may not be the most popular choice among the Tottenham fanbase at a time when they are being linked with Mauricio Pochettino and De Zerbi, and especially after the lack of success of Frank following his move from a similar-sized club in Brentford, but that shouldn't take anything away from his achievements.

After five years at Craven Cottage, Silva is ready to take on a job the size of the Tottenham one. Now it is up to them to decide if he is the right man for it.

How Would Tottenham Play Under Marco Silva?

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Tottenham Hotspur are considering appointing Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk after the season, according to reports in Italy.

The north London side have reportedly included the Turkish tactician on their shortlist, along with ex-Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi and Fulham boss Marco Silva.

Buruk’s expiring contract with Galatasaray has placed him on the radar of several clubs, with both Serie A side Lazio and Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Ittihad closely monitoring the 52-year-old.

A former midfielder, Buruk spent time at Galatasaray and Inter Milan, among other clubs, during his playing career, but has yet to manage outside Turkey since starting his coaching career in 2013.

Tottenham Eyeing Okan Buruk as Next Manager

According to Italian publication TuttoMercatoWEB, Tottenham are among the clubs eyeing Buruk ahead of his contract expiry with Galatasaray in June.

The 52-year-old is believed to be firmly on the shortlist for Spurs at the moment, as he could leave Galatasaray following a decorated four-year stint in the Turkish capital.

Buruk led Galatasaray to three consecutive Super Lig titles after taking over in June 2022, and he is on course to secure a fourth, with the Istanbul side currently sitting at the top of the league.

Buruk, praised as 'the best manager in Turkey', also guided Istanbul Basaksehir to the Turkish championship in the 2019-20 campaign, delivering the club’s first league title in history.

Roberto De Zerbi Appointment Unlikely

Tottenham have not ruled out making another managerial change before the end of the season, but they appear unlikely to appoint De Zerbi.

According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, the Italian manager wants to keep his options open until the summer and would consider joining Spurs if they avoid Premier League relegation.

Following Sunday’s 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest, Spurs find themselves one point above the drop zone with seven games to play.

Tottenham have yet to win a league game under interim boss Igor Tudor, collecting one point from a possible 15.

Okan Buruk Tactics Explained

Amid Tottenham’s reported interest in Buruk, we asked ChatGPT to explain the 52-year-old manager’s tactical approach that helped him lift four Turkish league titles:

There are sure to be plenty of rumours around the futures of a number of Tottenham players in the build-up to the summer transfer window, given the nature of the season the Lilywhites have had and with so many things up in the air.

There is going to be major upheaval in N17, with a new co-sporting director to be employed before a new permanent manager is appointed. Then there are sure to be plenty of incomings and outgoings at the club, with Spurs struggling at the bottom of the Premier League table for the second consecutive season.

Club captain Cristian Romero has been linked with an exit from the club in previous transfer windows and has made no secret of his desire to play in La Liga one day.

Cristian Romero Release Clause Truth

The Argentinian World Cup winner has been with Spurs since 2021 and only signed a contract extension with the club last summer, after being named club captain, to be tied to the club until 2029.

That means Tottenham will hold all the cards when it comes to negotiating a deal to sell the centre-back this summer.

Both Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid have been linked with a move for the 27-year-old in the past and reports have claimed that the defender has a special release clause that would allow him to move to one of the two Spanish giants, as well as Barcelona, if a fee of €60million was offered.

However, that is not the case, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.

Speaking on his YouTube channel, he said: "In the last 24 hours, I have received tonnes of questions about one of the reports about the defender and a special release clause in his contract at Tottenham.

"According to reports, there is a clause to let Cuti Romero go to Real Madrid, Barcelona or Atletico Madrid for €60million, this is what's been reported. My information is that Cuti Romero's contract does not include any sort of release clause. There is nothing on paper guaranteed about a release clause.

"During negotiations in summer 2025, in conversations it was discussed something like a gentleman's agreement if a top club from Spain, not England, from Spain arrives with a good amount of money, which was not specified, a good, realistic amount of money, Tottenham could consider letting Cuti Romero go. This was a verbal agreement and just remember this was when Daniel Levy was at the club and he is no longer at the club."

Tottenham Get Phonecalls About Romero Transfer

Romano also revealed that a number of clubs have "started calling" for Romero ahead of the summer transfer window and that it is a real possibility that he leaves north London this summer, no matter what division Tottenham find themselves in.

"Cuti is fully focused on keeping Tottenham in the Premier League, but on the other side, can he leave Tottenham in the summer? Yes," he said.

"It's a possibility, it's not guaranteed, but it's a possibility. Several top clubs have started calling for Cuti Romero, Atletico Madrid wanted him last summer and he has always been considered a super appreciated player internally and there are more clubs around Europe and not only Europe, so top clubs are aware of this possibility."

Romero is currently on international duty with Argnetina, with Tottenham not back in action in the Premier League again until April 12. they are one point and one place above the relegation zone with seven games to play.

Tottenham Hotspur forward Dejan Kulusevski has issued a fresh injury update after being seen limping on Wednesday while visiting the Sweden national team.

Writing on his Instagram story, the 25-year-old explained he was seen limping because of a ‘small intervention' on his knee two weeks ago. He said:

“Just to clarify things. I’m limping because I had a small intervention in the knee 2 weeks ago. Went in and took out what was not supposed to be there. Knee is great now. Thanks for all the support. God is the greatest. Always.”

Kulusevski has not played for Tottenham this season after undergoing surgery on a patella injury last term.

Dejan Kulusevski Breaks Silence on Injury

On Wednesday, Swedish publication Aftonbladet reported that Kulusevski was seen limping when visiting the national team in Valencia ahead of their World Cup play-off semi-final against Ukraine.

The update sparked fresh concern among Tottenham supporters, who last saw Kulusevski play for the club on May 11 in the 2-0 home defeat to Crystal Palace.

Kulusevski has been sharing videos on his social media of himself undergoing rehabilitation at Hotspur Way recently, but he still appears some way from a return.

Speaking last month, Tottenham interim head coach Igor Tudor said he was unsure whether the Swede could play again this season:

"We hope so, in this moment we don't know. He's had really big problems. But he's positive. And also, the doctors are positive. So we'll see, next week, how it's going.”

Tudor was asked whether he had an update on Kulusevski’s fitness last Friday but added: “No, not yet.”

Kulusevski contributed 10 goals and 11 assists for Spurs across all competitions last season and was a key player under former manager Ange Postecoglou.

During his absence, Tottenham have gone through three different managers and currently sit 17th in the Premier League, one point above the relegation zone.

De Zerbi Unlikely to Join Tottenham

Tudor’s future has been a major talking point following his disappointing start at Tottenham, with the Croatian winning just once in his first seven games.

While Spurs have been contemplating another managerial change before the end of the season, they remain unlikely to appoint former Brighton and Marseille manager Roberto De Zerbi.

According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, De Zerbi is likely to keep his options open until the summer and would give serious consideration to joining Spurs if they avoid relegation this season.

The 46-year-old left his role at Marseille in January, following the club’s exit from the Champions League.

Roberto De Zerbi remains unlikely to become the next Tottenham Hotspur manager before the end of the season, journalist Fabrizio Romano has revealed.

The 46-year-old Italian has been heavily linked with replacing under-fire Igor Tudor in recent days but now looks set to keep his options open until the summer.

De Zerbi would consider a move to Spurs if they stay in the Premier League, although another attempt from the north London club to hire the Italian before the end of the campaign has not been ruled out.

De Zerbi left his role as Marseille manager in January following the French club’s exit from the Champions League and a heavy 5-0 thrashing by Paris Saint-Germain.

Spurs Unlikely to Appoint De Zerbi

Romano, speaking on his YouTube channel, revealed that De Zerbi remains unlikely to make a return to management before the end of the season, despite emerging links with Tottenham:

“I maintain my information on Roberto De Zerbi. The idea for Roberto De Zerbi has always been about the end of the season.

“If Tottenham stay in the Premier League, to get the job at the end of the season is something that Roberto De Zerbi would consider.

“So that remains the focus. Let's see if Tottenham decide to make one more attempt for the De Zerbi now.

“But at the moment, so far in the last four or five weeks, Roberto De Zerbi never opened the doors to an immediate job at Tottenham, only focusing eventually on the summer.

“So De Zerbi would be open for the summer, but at the moment, still nothing has changed for present.”

De Zerbi took over at Marseille in the summer of 2024 and led them to second in Ligue 1 in his only full season at the club.

Prior to his appointment at Stade Velodrome, the Italian tactician spent two years at Brighton and took the Seagulls to sixth in the Premier League in the 2022/23 season – the club’s highest top-flight finish to date.

De Zerbi won 26 of his 70 Premier League games in charge of the Seagulls, averaging 1.39 points per match.

Igor Tudor Under Pressure at Spurs

Tottenham are believed to be seriously considering replacing Tudor following his difficult start at the club, with the Croatian winning just once across his first seven games.

Behind the scenes, Spurs have been working on potential replacements and have been linked with appointing former Monaco boss Adi Hutter in recent days.

While both De Zerbi and former manager Mauricio Pochettino remain contenders to be in charge next season, relegation from the Premier League would significantly diminish Spurs’ chances of landing either.

Spurs are just one point above the drop zone following their 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest on Sunday.

Roberto De Zerbi Tactics Explained

Amid Tottenham’s interest in De Zerbi, we asked ChatGPT to explain the Italian tactician’s tactical approach:

Everyone has got an opinion on what should happen at Tottenham Hotspur, with current interim head coach Igor Tudor likely to leave the club by mutual consent little more than a month after arriving at the club.

Tudor was brought in in February to replace Thomas Frank, who was sacked with Tottenham languishing in 16th place in the Premier League table, five points clear of the relegation zone.

The Croatian had earned a reputation as a firefighter, coming in late in seasons to rescue clubs, but that has not worked out in north London. Tottenham have slipped even closer to the relegation zone under Tudor, with SPurs now just one point and one place above the bottom three.

A Number Of Names Linked With Tottenham Job

The threat of relegation to the Championship is very real and after a dismal 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest last weekend, there are reports that Tudor - who found out his father Mario had died right after the final whistle at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium - is likely to leave the club by mutual consent.

Adi Hutter and Chris Hughton have been named as potential candidates to come in on an interim basis to steer the ship, while Robbie Keane and Ryan Mason have also been mooted.

Roberto De Zerbi has been talked about as a potential permanent replacement in the summer, alongside Mauricio Pochettino, with the Italian even linked with coming in before the season is out.

Former players like Tim Sherwood and Harry Redknapp have also been tipped to come in for the final couple of months of the campaign.

And now former player Danny Murphy has thrown another name into the ring - Sam Allardyce.

Danny Murphy Admits It Is An Unrealistic Claim

Allardyce has been out of work since he could not save Leeds United from relegation at the end of the 2022/23 season, overseeing just four games, drawing one and losing three.

Murphy believes Allardyce, with his history of saving clubs from the drop, is the perfect choice for the role, no matter how unlikely it might be to happen.

Speaking on TalkSport, he said: "Well, right now, the one who screams at me, but he’s not Tottenham, is Sam Allardyce.

"He’s the man who knows how to get results, but he’s been out of the game for a while, so it’s probably unrealistic.”

Tottenham have seven games of the season to go to save their status as a Premier League team and not suffer relegation out of England's top flight for the first time since 1977.

Manchester United are keen to sign Tottenham Hotspur centre-back Cristian Romero this summer should one major thing happen, according to Marca.

Man United remain in a strong position to qualify for next season's Champions League despite being held to a 2-2 draw by Bournemouth on Friday night, with Liverpool and Chelsea both losing over the weekend.

The Red Devils have cemented third position in recent weeks, and they lie seven points above the sixth-placed Blues with seven Premier League matches left to play, with a top-five finish expected to guarantee a spot in Europe's elite club competition next term.

A return to the Champions League for the first time since the 2023-24 campaign would undoubtedly boost United's summer transfer budget, with the club already targeting the signing of two top midfielders, according to GIVEMESPORT sources.

They could target other positions too, on top of midfield, with Spurs defender Romero emerging as a new target.

United Ready to Battle La Liga Sides for Romero

United may be about to agree a new contract for Harry Maguire to remain at Old Trafford beyond this season, but according to Marca they also have Spurs star Romero on their radar.

While he may not be a first-choice target for the Red Devils - in terms of position at least - United see a potential transfer opportunity should Tottenham suffer an unthinkable relegation to the Championship in the coming weeks.

Sunday's defeat to relegation rivals Nottingham Forest means Spurs lie just one point and one place outside the Premier League's bottom three, and they still remain without a league win in 2026.

Should the worst happen, Marca report that the race for Romero would be blown wide open, presumably with clubs thinking an exit would be guaranteed and a cut-price transfer fee possible for a player currently valued at £60m.

La Liga giants Real Madrid are said to be interested in his services despite the player's constant hints about arch-rivals Atletico Madrid, who are said to have a €60m (£52m) 'special clause' in the player's contract should they make a move for him.

The 27-year-old's performances for Argentina at this summer's World Cup could also impact his value however, should he have a standout tournament for the holders.

Romero Signing Would be a Risk

While there are no question marks over Romero's quality when he is on top form, with teammate Micky van de Ven labelling him as 'world-class', the Argentine does have his shortcomings.

The 27-year-old's discipline has been a big problem for Spurs, with their hot-headed captain being sent off six times since joining them in 2021, including twice this term.

His second dismissal for Tottenham in 2025-26 led to a four-match suspension which saw him miss crucial games in their battle against the drop, when they needed him most on the pitch.

Furthermore, there have been constant rumours of him wanting out at the north London club, with Spurs legend Chris Waddle recently claiming he 'never really wanted' to be at Tottenham in the first place.

How Would Romero Fit Into Carrick's System?

With Michael Carrick continuing to push himself into strong contention for the United job on a permanent basis, we supplemented our own scouting report by leveraging AI-assisted analysis to deep-dive into how he would fit into Carrick's system at Old Trafford.

This is what it said:

'Cristian Romero would likely suit a Michael Carrick system at Manchester United that values controlled buildup with defensive aggression. Carrick prefers composure in possession and structured pressing; Romero’s front-foot defending, anticipation, and progressive passing align well, though his risk-taking could disrupt positional discipline.

'He’d add intensity and dueling strength to United’s back line, helping compress space higher up. However, he would need to temper rash challenges and improve positional restraint to fit Carrick’s calmer, possession-oriented defensive shape while maintaining his natural assertiveness.'

Alasdair Gold says he 'feels sorry' for Tottenham Hotspur star Dejan Kulusevski after a new worrying injury update emerged on the Sweden international today.

The 25-year-old hasn't played for Spurs since picking up a knee injury against Crystal Palace last May, which saw him require Patella injury.

It means he has been absent for the entire 2025-26 campaign, which has obviously been a disaster on the pitch for Tottenham.

Caretaker manager Igor Tudor would love to have Kulusevski fit and available for him, with Spurs lying just one place and one point above the relegation zone following Sunday's 3-0 defeat to relegation rivals Nottingham Forest at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

It doesn't appear as though that will happen, following a new negative update from Kulusevski's home country.

Kulusevski Limping as he Watches Sweden Training

Despite already spending 10 months on the sidelines, it doesn't appear the attacking midfielder is any closer to making a return to first-team action after Tudor's recent comments about the complicated injury, meaning he may not return until next season.

Indeed, SportBladet in Sweden claim that the 25-year-old watched Sweden train in Valencia ahead of their crucial World Cup playoff against Ukraine on Thursday, as they look to secure their spot at the 2026 World Cup in North America.

If Sweden are victorious, they will face the winner of Poland vs Albania in Stockholm next Tuesday.

While Tottenham fans may have been hoping they were close to seeing Kulusevki in a white shirt again, SportBladet claim that he was limping, which isn't a great sign.

Football London correspondent Gold has reacted to the latest on Kulusevski, saying he 'feels sorry' for the Spurs star after a tough year personally.

Kulusevski One of 9 Players Tottenham Want to Keep

Despite the uncertainty over which division they will find themselves in next season, Tottenham have reportedly already decided nine players they want in their squad next season, including Kulusevski.

Spurs will hope that the Swede is back and fit for next season, ideally in the Premier League, with his national compatriot Lucas Bergvall another the north Londoners want to keep hold of.

Along with the Swedish duo, they also want Micky van de Ven, Archie Gray, Conor Gallagher, Mohammed Kudus, Xavi Simons, Dominic Soanke and James Maddison to stay.

Tottenham will surely have to preserve their Premier League status to ensure the majority of those, with doubts over Van de Ven even if they do stay up given his desire to play regular Champions League football.

De Zerbi Would Love Kulusevski

Roberto De Zerbi is one of Tottenham's top targets to become the club's next permanent manager, GMS understands, so we asked ChatGPT how Kulusevski would fit into the Italian's system, and this is what it said:

'Dejan Kulusevski would likely suit a Roberto De Zerbi system quite well.

'De Zerbi demands press-resistant ball carriers and intelligent off-ball movement in tight build-up phases. Kulusevski’s strengths—ball-carrying, creativity, and ability to operate between lines—fit this, especially as a right-sided playmaker or narrow 10.

'He could thrive receiving under pressure and linking play, but his lack of elite pace may limit threat in behind. Overall, he’d be a facilitator rather than a primary runner—valuable in possession-heavy structures, less so in transition-heavy moments.'

Jamie O'Hara has urged Tottenham Hotspur to convince Roberto De Zerbi to join now by offering him £10m if he keeps the club in the Premier League, while speaking on Sky Sports.

Tottenham are in dire straits and without a Premier League win in three months, with no sign of one coming given recent performances and results.

The latest was a horrific 3-0 defeat at home to Nottingham Forest, who leapfrogged them in the standings as a result and boosted their own survival hopes.

Spurs were fortunate that West Ham United were beaten at Aston Villa on Sunday, otherwise they would have entered the international break in the bottom three, with just seven matches left to play.

Igor Tudor is under mounting pressure following the latest defeat of his reign, with GIVEMESPORT sources previously revealing that he has alienated 'several' Tottenham players.

The situation is a sensitive one though, with no decision made yet by the north Londoners following the death of Tudor's father.

O'Hara: Tottenham Need To Get De Zerbi Now

Tottenham are in a tough situation right now, with Tudor looking to be the wrong appointment to keep the club in the Premier League.

If they do decide to sack Tudor, then Spurs chiefs need to work out who the right person is to save them over a seven-match period.

The right candidate will need to get fans onside and recover the confidence of the players, which seem to have hit an all-time low.

Former Tottenham managers Tim Sherwood and Harry Redknapp are among those to have thrown their hat into the ring for the job, but both have been out of club football for years.

GMS understands that Adi Hutter and Chris Hughton are both viable options, while Roberto De Zerbi is a key summer target who the club are exploring bringing in earlier.

Fabrizio Romano claims that De Zerbi remains intent on not taking a job until the summer, but O'Hara told Sky Sports that if the club wants him, they need to make him an offer he can't refuse now.

The pundit said on De Zerbi: "He would want to come in the summer. But we can't wait! You've got to get him now. Bring him in, give him a £10 million bonus if he keeps Tottenham in the Premier League. And if they go down, give him a break clause. Get him in now, make it happen!"

GMS understands that the club are willing to offer a potential candidate a 'big bonus' if they steer them away from the threat of relegation.

Mixed Roberto De Zerbi to Tottenham Reports

While Romano claims that the Italian has no intention of taking a job until the summer, the iPaper claimed on Wednesday that the 46-year-old is 'ready to get his hands dirty' now to keep the club in the Premier League.

They report that the 'world-class' De Zerbi would 'relish' the opportunity of leading Tottenham despite the situation they find themselves in, and he isn't intimidated by the size of the job in the remaining seven matches of 2025-26.