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Tottenham Hotspur are seriously interested in appointing former Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi, who could prove a stronger option than their former manager Mauricio Pochettino.

The north London side are looking for both short- and long-term solutions to their managerial situation, as clouds are starting to gather over Igor Tudor.

The Croatian has failed to convince in his first four games in charge of Spurs, who remain in serious danger of relegation, sitting just 16th in the Premier League with nine games to play.

While De Zerbi is likely being viewed as an option after the season, Tottenham appear keen on hiring the Italian, who has even been labelled as their ‘dream’ appointment.

Tottenham Keen on Appointing Roberto De Zerbi

According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, Tottenham view De Zerbi as a ‘dream’ managerial candidate for the summer, but his arrival may depend on several factors.

That includes their Premier League status next season, as relegation would considerably diminish their chances of landing the Italian.

De Zerbi is available after leaving Ligue 1 side Marseille earlier this month and is likely to seek a return to management after the season, despite Tottenham currently being on the lookout for Tudor’s successor.

De Zerbi 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.

The Italian departed his role at Marseille by mutual consent following a 5-0 thrashing by Paris Saint-Germain and the club’s exit from the Champions League in February.

Why De Zerbi Would Be Better Than Pochettino

While some Tottenham fans would clearly welcome Pochettino’s return nearly seven years after his sacking, the Argentine’s stock as a manager is not quite as high as De Zerbi’s at present.

Pochettino struggled to impress during his previous spell in the Premier League with Chelsea, who parted ways with him after just one season, and his rigid tactical approach failed to deliver consistent results in a squad undergoing transition.

De Zerbi, meanwhile, is at a different stage of his career. There is still an air of mystery around the Italian, as he has yet to manage a top European club, but he has shown enough to merit the opportunity.

Manchester United have yet to approach Tottenham Hotspur target Mauricio Pochettino over a potential summer appointment, journalist Fabrizio Romano has revealed.

The Old Trafford side were linked with a move for the Argentine manager in recent weeks but appear yet to register their interest in hiring him as Michael Carrick’s successor.

Pochettino recently spoke about his future, saying he is ‘open to everything’ when his contract with the United States runs out after the World Cup.

United went unbeaten in their first seven games under Carrick before falling to a 2-1 defeat to Newcastle earlier this month.

Man Utd Yet to Approach Pochettino

Romano, speaking on his YouTube channel, revealed that United have yet to approach Pochettino over a potential managerial role at Old Trafford:

“On Pochettino, many questions if Pochettino can be a candidate also for Manchester United. At this stage, I am not aware of any contact between Man United and Mauricio Pochettino. That’s the situation.”

As GIVEMESPORT correspondent Ben Jacobs revealed earlier, Pochettino would be open to a return to Tottenham even if the north London side are relegated this season.

The Argentinian is believed to be among the leading candidates to take over at Spurs after the season, almost six years after his firing in 2019.

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

Roberto De Zerbi Eyed by Man Utd

Tottenham and Manchester United could end up battling for a manager this summer, with both sides holding an interest in former Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi.

The Italian tactician is available after leaving Marseille earlier this year and has no shortage of suitors in the Premier League, with Manchester City also among the clubs interested.

De Zerbi 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.

He departed his role at Marseille by mutual consent following a 5-0 thrashing by Paris Saint-Germain and the club’s exit from the Champions League.

Mauricio Pochettino Tactical Evolution Explained

Amid United’s links with Pochettino, we asked ChatGPT to explain if and how the Argentine’s tactical approach has evolved since he departed Tottenham in 2019.

Tottenham Hotspur officials are holding conversations over appointing a replacement for under-fire caretaker manager Igor Tudor, according to talkSPORT journalist Alex Crook.

While Tottenham look set to stick with the 47-year-old at least for the Premier League clash against Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday, a change could be made soon after with GIVEMESPORT sources revealing the club is sounding out potential replacements.

Tudor's reign has been a disaster to date, with four defeats out of four, which has left Spurs just one point above the relegation zone ahead of facing Arne Slot's top-four hopefuls.

Tottenham could actually find themselves in the bottom three if West Ham United beat Manchester City on Saturday evening, to put extra pressure on their shoulders.

The most concerning thing for the Tottenham board and fans watching on is that performances are getting worse, with some players clearly not onboard with the idea of playing under the Croat for the rest of the season.

Tottenham In Talks for Tudor Replacement

It is no surprise that Tottenham are already considering making another change, despite Tudor only being at the club a month.

In his four matches in charge, Spurs have collapsed in three of them, conceding 14 goals, with the squad of players clearly devoid of any confidence.

Dropping Guglielmo Vicario and then hooking Antonin Kinsky just 17 minutes into his first Champions League start is unlikely to have gone down well in the dressing room, especially after Tudor failed to acknowledge the 22-year-old on his way off the pitch.

GMS sources have also revealed that many players feel that Tudor has 'alienated' them, and Spurs look to need another change of direction to stop them suffering a devastating relegation to the Championship.

Things won't be any easier for the north Londoners at Anfield as they face a defensive crisis, with centre-backs Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven missing through concussion and suspension respectively.

Speaking on talkSPORT about the club making a change, Crook said:

"This is an appointment that is unravelling very quickly. I believe that conversations have taken place between Spurs and potential other managers.

"Sean Dyche has been mentioned in the last 72 hours, but I think he would want a long-term contract, not a deal until the end of the season.

"I think they realise, the Tottenham hierarchy, that this appointment has to come to an end."

Who Could Tottenham Appoint to Replace Tudor?

It is currently unclear whether Tottenham will make a short-term or permanent appointment if Tudor is to leave after Liverpool, but the decision could change who is appointed as the Croat's replacement.

Should Spurs stick with an interim until the end of the season, then it could be more likely they turn to someone like Ryan Mason or even Harry Redknapp.

GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed that Robbie Keane would be keen on the job while Sean Dyche has also been linked, but both are likely to want a contract that extends beyond the 2025-26 season.

Robbie Keane remains a leading candidate to replace Igor Tudor at Tottenham Hotspur in the immediate future, but there is a twist, according to TEAMtalk.

The 47-year-old has remained in the job and took the Liverpool pre-match press conference on Friday despite losing all four of his matches in charge to date.

Performances and results have got worse under the Croat, who was brought in to improve the team and drag up the Premier League standings.

Instead, ahead of their trip to Anfield on Sunday, they lie just one point above the relegation zone and in genuine danger of playing Championship football next term.

Tottenham chiefs look to have stuck with him, at least for the clash against Arne Slot's men, but they are considering contingency plans, including Keane.

Tottenham Hit Keane Stumbling Block

GIVEMESPORT sources revealed last week that Keane is keen on the Tottenham job, though according to TEAMtalk there are issues over him potentially arriving in the next few weeks.

If Tottenham did sack Tudor in the immediate future, then Spurs chiefs are said to have decided that they want to make another short-term appointment, until the end of the season, rather than committing to something longer.

While Keane would be interested in taking over and managing Tottenham regardless of whichever division they find themselves in next season, he wants a long-term contract.

Given how well he is performing in Hungary with Ferencvaros, where he could win back-to-back titles, it is no surprise that he may want a long-term deal signed now, rather than potentially finding himself out of work in May.

Keane is also the new frontrunner for the Celtic job this summer so he has plenty to weigh up, with Tottenham likely to have to make a compromise if they really want him.

According to the report, should Spurs stay up, they will target more ambitious appointments than Keane.

Who Else Will Tottenham Target?

According to GIVEMESPORT sources, Tottenham have already decided that their two main manager targets are former Brighton and Hove Albion boss Roberto De Zerbi, and former chief Mauricio Pochettino.

The popular choice among the fanbase would undoubtedly be the latter, who was serenaded during Thomas Frank's final match in charge and again in Madrid on Tuesday, as he watched Tottenham collapse against Atletico in the Champions League.

One issue with Pochettino is that Spurs would be unable to have him until later in the summer, when the USA's World Cup campaign finishes.

Given how bad things are on and off the pitch right now at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, it might be beneficial to have a manager in at the beginning of June to sort the mess out.

Should that decision be made, it would favour someone like Keane, but first Spurs have to make sure they preserve their top flight status.

Tottenham Hotspur are eyeing a move to sign Atalanta's rising star Marco Palestra this summer as they look to rebuild their squad, according to Sports Boom.

The Lilywhites have had a horrific season and are currently battling against relegation from the Premier League, sitting just one point above the drop zone ahead of their trip to Anfield to face Liverpool this weekend, while they're also clinging on in the Champions League Last 16 round following a 5-2 defeat to Atletico Madrid in midweek.

But results this season have led to a number of top stars considering their future in north London, and that has seen the Spurs board start to make plans for the next campaign.

Tottenham Eyeing Palestra as Porro Replacement

One such player who has been linked with a move away from the club is Pedro Porro, with the right-back understood to be frustrated at Spurs, and garnering interest from the likes of Real Madrid and Inter Milan.

Tottenham don't want to lose a key player, but could find themselves in a difficult situation if big offers are made, and the recruitment department has already made club chiefs aware of a potential replacement for the Spaniard.

Young defender Palestra, who is currently on loan at Cagliari from Atalanta, has had a fine campaign in Serie A so far this season, and he has caught the attention of those in north London.

It's understood that Spurs want to bring someone in to replace Porro who is just as strong going forward but also more steady defensively, with scout reports on the Italian labelling him as an 'ideal successor'.

The 20-year-old, described as a 'one of the most exciting wing-backs in Europe', is someone seen as a 'gem' at Atalanta, and that has seen them slap a £43m price tag on his head to ensure that they get maximum value if anyone does firm up their interest with a formal offer.

Who is Marco Palestra?

Palestra is an exciting full-back with great pace, aggression, and an ability on the ball to get forward and be dangerous in and around the opposition box too.

GIVEMESPORT asked ChatGPT to break down his style of play, including strengths and weaknesses, and how he would fit in at Tottenham, and this was its response:

Tottenham are reportedly plotting a double swoop on West Ham in the summer transfer window if they avoid relegation from the Premier League, according to Sports Boom.

Preparing for the summer transfer window might be a little difficult for Spurs at the moment, as they will be unsure whether they are even going to be playing top-flight football.

The threat of relegation has become more serious in recent weeks, and they sit just one point above the drop zone with nine games remaining in the season.

If they are relegated to the Championship ahead of the 2026/2027 campaign, then there's no doubt Spurs will have to rip up any transfer plans they made based on remaining in the top flight.

Despite that, it appears Tottenham are putting plans in place for if they do remain a Premier League side.

Tottenham Plot Double Forward Move

According to a report from Sports Boom, Tottenham are plotting a double West Ham raid in the summer transfer window if they are relegated from the Premier League.

It's claimed that Spurs are lining up a double swoop for both Crysencio Summerville and Jarrod Bowen, and the Hammers are worried about losing both, regardless of whether they are relegated.

A number of Premier League clubs are also considering moves for West Ham's attacking duo, which is no surprise considering they've produced strong performances despite Nuno Espirito Santo's side's struggles.

If Tottenham stay up, West Ham could be one of the sides to go down, so there's no doubt Summerville and Bowen will both be looking to head through the exit door.

Bowen and Summerville Might Aim Higher

If Tottenham do stay in the Premier League and West Ham are relegated, then of course, Spurs will be the more attractive prospect.

The West Ham duo will likely have plenty of interest, and they both might be aiming a little higher than Spurs, potentially wanting to play European football.

The chances of Spurs qualifying for the European places are incredibly slim, and it might take an unlikely Champions League win for them to qualify.

As a result, we might be in a period where Tottenham are going to struggle to attract even this calibre of player, especially if a host of other clubs show an interest.

Summerville and Bowen: Tottenham Fit

GIVEMESPORT asked ChatGPT what Summerville and Bowen could bring to Tottenham if they were to make the move across London.

If Jarrod Bowen and Crysencio Summerville joined Tottenham Hotspur F.C., they would strengthen the wide attacking options and add direct goal threat.

How they would fit

The crisis at Tottenham Hotspur Football Club deepens by the day, with the club in grave danger of losing their Premier League status this season.

Tottenham were comfortable enough above the relegation zone when Thomas Frank was sacked and Igor Tudor replaced him last month, but it has been a disastrous month in charge of the club for the 47-year-old.

He has lost all four of his matches at the helm with Spurs getting worse, rather than better as had been expected for a manager regarded as a 'firefighter' who turns teams' fortunes around.

The north Londoners now lie one point above the relegation zone ahead of a trip to Anfield to face Liverpool on Sunday, and they will start that game in the bottom three if West Ham United beat Manchester City at the London Stadium on Saturday night.

Club executives Vinai Venkatesham and Johan Lange came under fire from fans during the defeat to Crystal Palace, but pressure is also building on the Lewis Family following two successive disastrous Premier League campaigns.

Amanda Staveley Eyeing Tottenham Takeover

Staveley and her husband Mehrdad Ghodoussi were the face of Saudi Arabia's PIF takeover of Newcastle United, before both departed the club in the summer of 2024.

Now, the 52-year-old, along with Ghodoussi have emerged as keen bidders for Tottenham, should the Lewis Family decide they are willing to sell, according to TEAMtalk.

Staveley is said to have around £3bn worth of funding to buy Spurs through her consortium, although she faces a battle to convince the Lewis Family to sell their majority stake.

Of course, Tottenham's valuation could change considerably if they did fall into the Championship, but the ownership will be hoping they are still a Premier League club next season.

One of Staveley's main aims, should she end up being successful with a takeover, would be to bring Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Howe Would Transform Tottenham

While some will point to the money that he has had available to spend on transfers, especially at the beginning of his reign, there is no doubt that Howe has completely transformed Newcastle since taking the job in 2021.

The 48-year-old has taken a club destined for the Championship to one that is minutes away from beating Barcelona in the last-16 of the Champions League, which shows how far they have come.

Howe has worked with a largely English core and made untested young players ready to represent their country, including the likes of Anthony Gordon and Lewis Hall.

He also performed a complete culture reset at St James' Park, which is something that is desperately needed at Tottenham right now.

Howe improved the intensity of training, provided detailed analysis and improved relationships between players and staff. A fanbase who booed Steve Bruce's team were then given reason to passionately get behind the former Bournemouth boss and his team.

It's not just younger players who he has developed and transformed, with the prime candidate being Joelinton. The then-forward often looked hopeless in a black and white shirt, but he is now a top-class central midfielder for Newcastle.

Howe's ability to galvanise an entire club is a standout quality, and he looks to be an ideal fit for Tottenham.

Manchester United senior officials don't regard Mauricio Pochettino as an option for their manager position in the summer, as they believe he's going to be joining Tottenham.

Pochettino, described as 'world-class', is a fan favourite at Tottenham after spending a portion of his managerial career there, and with Spurs in the hunt for a new manager later this year, the Argentinian is likely to be one of their preferred options.

Manchester United and Tottenham are both looking to appoint a permanent manager in the summer, and considering their stature as clubs, they're both likely to be shopping in the same market.

That will, however, depend on Tottenham's situation heading into the 2026/2027 season. Spurs are currently just one point above the relegation zone, and if they drop to the Championship, they could be looking at a different pool of managers.

Man Utd Not Planning Pochettino Move

According to a report from ESPN, Manchester United don't see USA national team manager Pochettino as an option for them in the summer. Senior United figures believe that the Argentinian manager is going to be joining Tottenham when his contract with the USA expires after the World Cup.

There are a host of other candidates for the Red Devils heading into the summer, with Michael Carrick potentially throwing his hat into the ring after an impressive start to life at Old Trafford.

It's certainly not a case of going back to the drawing board for the Manchester club, as there are plenty of options they are now considering.

Pochettino Keen on Tottenham Move

GIVEMESPORT sources have confirmed that Pochettino is open to joining Tottenham in the summer after the World Cup.

That would already make it difficult for United, given the connection he's built with the Spurs fanbase, and it makes sense that the Red Devils are pursuing other options.

Tottenham's potential relegation could complicate matters, but they still have a chance of surviving this season, they just need to turn things around quickly.

United are undoubtedly in a stronger position than Tottenham at the moment, but Pochettino certainly doesn't appear fazed by the current predicament in north London.

Pochettino a Better Fit for Man Utd or Tottenham?

GIVEMESPORT asked ChatGPT whether Pochettino would be a better fit for Manchester United or Tottenham at the moment.

Mauricio Pochettino could plausibly fit both Manchester United F.C. and Tottenham Hotspur F.C., but the contexts differ.

Manchester United

Squad suits high-energy pressing and vertical transitions.

Young attackers would benefit from his development-focused coaching.

However, club structure and pressure could limit long-term rebuild.

Tottenham

Tactical style historically aligned with Pochettino’s aggressive 4-2-3-1 / 4-3-3.

Familiarity with the club culture and expectations.

Clearer pathway to implement a cohesive pressing identity.

Overall

Tottenham manager Igor Tudor is under pressure after four defeats from four since taking over from Thomas Frank, and David Ornstein has now shared his verdict on his future.

Spurs currently find themselves sitting in 16th position in the Premier League table, just one point above the drop zone with nine games to play. The threat of relegation is becoming serious, and there have been calls to sack Tudor just four games into his tenure.

It's no surprise that there have been suggestions of potentially sacking Tudor already, as Spurs simply have to avoid being relegated from the Premier League.

It's clearly not working under him, and he received further criticism for their performance in the Champions League earlier this week, with there being plenty of controversy around his decision to start Antonin Kinsky before subbing him after 15 minutes.

David Ornstein: Tudor Sack Verdict at Tottenham

Speaking on The Athletic's podcast, Ornstein has shared his verdict on the future of Tottenham manager Tudor. The respected reporter believes that he will be stunned if he manages to make it until the end of the season, hinting that he might be sacked long before then.

"So if they change him in the next days or weeks, whether they stay up or go dow, they attempted to do something different. They recognised it was a mistake. It wasn't working, and whether it was the vibesman, that view from the lane has talked about so much, and somebody, a figurehead, with real Tottenham connection, whether that person coached on the training ground or not, to get somebody in to try and lift the atmosphere. Arm around the shoulder, give the players and staff a bit of love, and try and just scrape their way through. But the extent they went to bring him in, and the cost it would incur to get rid of him. No, no, no. The cost of going down is much more expensive than firing Tudor. So the way things are going, I'd be stunned if they see out of the season with him."

Although Ornstein is reporting from more of an opinion perspective than information, he has hinted that the costs of sacking Tudor won't be a problem for Spurs. The north London club understand that being relegated will cost them a lot more than that, and if they have to make that decision, they might not hesitate to do so.

Tottenham Could Be Forced Into Decision

It's certainly not an easy game approaching for Tottenham as they prepare to travel to Liverpool this weekend, but there's surely a lot of pressure on Tudor to get a result.

The Spurs hierarchy might not be looking for Tottenham to secure all three points, or even get a draw, but they will absolutely need to see an improvement in terms of performance.

If Spurs produce a strong display that shows plenty of fight and it's a tight game, then they might consider keeping him in charge.

If Spurs show very little and are beaten by Liverpool comfortably, then they could be forced into making the decision to sack Tudor earlier than they expected.

Tottenham are in the hunt for a new manager, and the rumours are also swirling on potential new owners, with TEAMtalk reporting that former Newcastle United owner Amanda Staveley wants to buy the club.

The current Tottenham owners have come under plenty of scrutiny recently for some of their decisions, while Spurs are struggling on the pitch.

The appointment of Igor Tudor has been criticised, especially after the former Juventus manager has now lost all four of his games in charge of the club.

Spurs are battling to stay in the Premier League, failing to bounce back after finishing 17th last season under Ange Postecoglou.

The owners have another huge decision to make in the near future, with a permanent manager needed to replace Tudor in the summer, or sooner if the poor results continue.

Amanda Staveley Wants to Buy Tottenham

According to a report from TEAMtalk, Staveley, who was recently involved with Newcastle behind the scenes, is a keen bidder to take over Tottenham in the near future.

The report also claims that, should she succeed in purchasing the club, she has ambitions to bring in Newcastle manager Howe.

Whether Howe would be keen on making the move to Tottenham remains to be seen, while it's no guarantee that Staveley takes over in north London.

The report does suggest that Howe still has a strong relationship with Staveley from their time together at St James' Park.

Tottenham will certainly be in the market for a new manager sooner rather than later, but whether Howe ends up on their shortlist remains to be seen.

Howe Could be Ideal Manager for Tottenham

Howe, described as an 'elite' manager, now has Newcastle competing in the Champions League, which might be their expectation considering the money they've spent, but they certainly weren't in that position when he took over.

The Magpies were battling near the bottom of the Premier League table, and he's completely transformed them, even if they've shown inconsistencies this season.

Tottenham are in a similar position to where Newcastle were when Howe joined, and he also has experience with a struggling Premier League side from his time with Bournemouth.

If Staveley can take over and steer Spurs in the right direction while bringing in Howe, there could be exciting times around the corner for the north London club.

How Tottenham Could Set Up Under Eddie Howe

GIVEMESPORT asked ChatGPT how Tottenham could set up if they were to appoint Howe.

If Eddie Howe were appointed by Tottenham Hotspur F.C., he would likely use his preferred 4-3-3, built around high pressing, quick combinations and vertical wide play, similar to his approach with Newcastle United F.C..

How Howe would set up

Base formation: 4-3-3 with an aggressive high press.

Full-backs: Push high to support wide attacks and overload flanks.

Midfield three: One holding midfielder with two energetic No.8s pressing and carrying the ball forward.

Wingers: Direct runners attacking space behind the defence.

Striker: Mobile focal point linking play and finishing transitions.

Would it suit Tottenham?