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Sean Dyche has given his take on the relegation battle and has told Roberto De Zerbi what he needs to prioritise to ensure Tottenham Hotspur stay in the Premier League.

Anticipation is building ahead at Tottenham ahead of Roberto De Zerbi’s first game in charge, with reports indicating that even the Spurs players are excited about working with the Italian.

However, neither the supporters, players, nor the staff can afford to get ahead of themselves, with relegation to the Championship more than just a distinct possibility for the club this season.

The new Tottenham boss has just seven games to prevent what would be the ultimate disaster, and a manager experienced at handling these situations has given De Zerbi some advice.

Sean Dyche tells Roberto De Zerbi to get Tottenham fit and organised

Sean Dyche has insisted that he would not have accepted the Tottenham job under any circumstances, but the former Burnley and Nottingham Forest boss has told De Zerbi what he needs to do at Spurs.

The 54-year-old suggested that the Italian should focus on getting his side organised rather than relying on talented players to get the club out of this situation.

When asked what Tottenham need to do to stay in the top-flight, Dyche told talkSPORT: “For me it would be: strong, fit and organised. That keeps you up, not just relying on talent. What’s the framework of the side?

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“What’s the energy, what’s the output? What’s the hard yards and how much of those are you putting in? You are going to find it very hard to stay in the Premier League if you don’t get the framework and the basics right.”

Dyche forsees a bounce for Spurs under De Zerbi

The experienced English coach refused to predict the outcome of the relegation battle, but he did give Spurs fans something to be optimistic about.

Dyche predicted that Tottenham had hit rock bottom and suggested the only way for them is up from here.

He added: “Tottenham have bottomed out, I’m sure, which means they can only get better. I’d be amazed if they don’t have a bounce. But I don’t think you can call it (the relegation battle). I have no clue who’s staying up.”

A reputable German outlet has made a confident claim regarding Tottenham’s latest stance on the future of Luka Vuskovic, but it may sound silly to Spurs fans.

Over recent months, several reports have suggested that Luka Vuskovic is attracting interest from elite clubs after winning several admirers with his displays on loan at Hamburg.

According to some sources, Spurs are worried that the centre-back would leave this summer without making a single appearance for the club, as the teenager’s list of admirers continues to grow.

It has previously been suggested that Tottenham value Vuskovic at around £61m, but it has now been claimed that the defender could move for a considerably lower fee.

Tottenham ready to sell Luka Vuskovic for a nominal fee

According to Sport BILD (as relayed by Sport Witness), Spurs have now officially put up Vuskovic for sale ahead of the summer transfer window.

The outlet claims that Tottenham ‘want to sell’ the 19-year-old on the back of his breakthrough season at HSV.

It is asserted that an offer of €40m (£35m) would be enough to prise the Croat away from the North London club this summer.

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However, it is revealed that even though RB Leipzig are interested in Vuskovic, Tottenham Hotspur’s asking price is thought to be too high for the Bundesliga club, who are not willing to spend over €25m (£21.7m) on the youngster.

Let’s be honest, Tottenham are likely to laugh any offers around £22m or £35m out of the room this summer, with other reports putting their valuation at double that.

Vuskvoic has made his stance on his future clear

The likes of Barcelona and Liverpool have also been credited with interest in Vuskovic, while some sources have suggested that Bayern Munich are also plotting a move for the Spurs teenager.

However, amid all the speculation, the centre-back made a clear statement about his future a few days ago.

Tottenham Hotspur are holding talks with an experienced Premier League defender regarding a free transfer to N17 in the summer.

Spurs’ backline may look very different next season, with reports indicating that Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven could both be on their way out of Tottenham.

Roberto De Zerbi may thus be in a position of needing two new centre-backs in the summer, although some may believe that Luka Vuskovic is ready for a first-team role at Spurs.

It has now been revealed that the Lilywhites have already begun efforts to secure the services of a South American centre-back.

Tottenham one of three clubs in talks with Bournemouth’s Marcos Senesi

Over recent weeks, a number of reports have suggested that Spurs are keen on landing Marcos Senesi, whose contract at the Vitality Stadium runs out this summer.

Journalist Mark Brus has now revealed on CaughtOffside that Tottenham are currently in talks with the Argentine’s representatives regarding a free transfer.

He claims that Spurs are eyeing a deal for Senesi due to the doubts over Cristian Romero’s future, but they are not the only ones to have spoken to the player’s entourage.

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Chelsea and Liverpool have also touched base with the Bournemouth defender’s representatives ahead of the summer, while Atletico Madrid and Barcelona are also fans of the former Feyenoord man.

Where is Senesi likely to end up this summer?

Brus reveals that one of his sources is confident the centre-back is likely to end up in Spain this summer, despite growing interest from Premier League clubs.

However, the journalist claims to have heard from another well-placed source that Chelsea may be the ones to watch out for in the race for Senesi.

Brus adds that the Argentine international could have high wage demands since this would be the last big contract of his career, but playing time will also be a factor in his final decision.

There have been significant developments at Inter Milan regarding the club’s pursuit of Tottenham star Guglielmo Vicario.

It has been widely reported that Inter Milan are plotting a £16m move for Guglielmo Vicario this summer, as they search for a new number one to replace Yann Sommer.

In fact, it has been widely reported that the Tottenham goalkeeper has already agreed to join the Nerazzurri at the end of the season.

Just a couple of days ago, Fabrizio Romano also confirmed that Vicario’s talks with Inter have been positive, revealing that the Serie A club’s sporting director has even flown to London to hold discussions with the player.

Inter Milan need ‘further discussions’ before moving for Tottenham’s Guglielmo Vicario

CalcioMercato have now revealed that meetings have been ongoing at Inter over the past few days between the club’s ownership and football department regarding the summer targets.

One of the topics of discussion on Tuesday was Guglielmo Vicario, who has emerged as the ‘leading candidate’ for the number one role at the San Siro.

However, the report claims that ‘further discussions will be necessary’ at Inter before a final decision is made regarding a move for the Tottenham Hotspur man.

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The Italian club’s decision-makers will have to reach common ground on the topic of contract renewals and finalise their priority transfer objectives for the summer before making a decision on Vicario.

Spurs are interested in a goalkeeper who Roberto De Zerbi knows well

Reports continue to indicate that Tottenham are eyeing Man City’s James Trafford as a possible replacement for Vicario.

Trafford is not the only Premier League goalkeeper on the Lilywhites radar, with some sources claiming that Spurs are also considering a move for Brighton’s Bart Verbruggen.

A new report has revealed James Trafford’s stance on swapping Manchester City for Tottenham Hotspur this summer.

It has been widely reported over the last few months that Tottenham are eyeing a move for Trafford this summer, but the North Londoners have not been billed as the favourites to land the Man City star.

It was claimed by Football Insider last month that Trafford would prefer to join Aston Villa over Tottenham after Unai Emery’s man signalled their interest.

Meanwhile, journalist Pete O’Rourke claimed last week that Newcastle United may also be well placed to beat Spurs to the 23-year-old, with the Magpies chasing the goalkeeper since last summer.

James Trafford’s transfer priority revealed as Tottenham step up race

TEAMtalk have now revealed that the view at Spurs is that Trafford is the ‘ideal candidate’ to replace Guglielmo Vicario as their number one this summer.

The outlet claims that Tottenham are now ‘pushing’ to land the Englishman this summer as they prepare for a busy transfer window ahead of Roberto De Zerbi’s first full season in charge.

It has been revealed that Man City are open to selling the goalkeeper, just a year after signing him from Burnley for £27m.

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Meanwhile, it is asserted that the player is keen to move in search of regular football after spending the season as Gianluigi Donnarumma’s understudy.

Trafford may even join Spurs if they get relegated

TEAMtalk say that the England international has made it clear that he wants to be the undisputed first choice at his next club, and Tottenham are ready to offer him that platform.

In fact, it is asserted that Trafford would consider becoming the Spurs number one even if they find themselves in the Championship next term. Of course, it would likely depend on what other offers he receives.

Alasdair Gold has revealed that one of Roberto De Zerbi’s coaching methods has proven a real hit with the Tottenham squad.

De Zerbi has now had a week to work with the Tottenham squad, although many internationals only joined the group last Friday.

The anticipation is building ahead of the Italian’s first game charge at the Stadium of Light, and supporters are eagerly waiting for his first press conference on Friday.

A reputed journalist, who is well-connected at Hotspur Way, has shed light on the mood at the club during the new Spurs boss’ first few days in charge.

Alasdair Gold reveals positive mood at Tottenham under Roberto De Zerbi

We heard reports earlier this week that some Spurs players had raved about De Zerbi to their friends after their first few training sessions with the 46-year-old.

Alasdair Gold has now confirmed that there is a real feeling of positivity at Tottenham in the lead up to the Italian’s first game in charge.

When asked what impact De Zerbi’s arrival has had at the club, the journalist said on Talking Tottenham podcast: “Training sessions early on have been really positive. You know, I was about to say, I’ve been fortunate to cover this club for a decade. I don’t know if it’s fortunate or mad or what it is, but certainly it’s been a long time.

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“Over that time, obviously, you build up a lot of links with players, people around players, people around training sessions, everything. The word so far has been really positive. We kind of knew this was going to be the case anyway.”

Spurs players are loving individualised training sessions under De Zerbi

The Football.London reporter revealed De Zerbi has already instituted a big change since arriving through the door, with the players being coached more individually.

Gold revealed that the players are really enjoying the individualised training and the new Spurs coach’s emphasis on improving each of them.

He added: “One of the things that I’ve been hearing out of Spurs from people around the players, and also just people that work in the building as well, is that the big thing that the players have really liked about De Zerbi so far is that they feel like they’re being coached individually as well.

“Rather than just trying to fit each player into his system, the Italian has been working with most players and trying to mould them into better players. It’s like, sometimes people come in with an overall philosophy, and it’s about that system.

“You work with this system, you do this, you do that, this is what I want. Whereas with him, there’s an element of that, but there’s also an element of, here’s what I want you to be like as a player, what I believe you can do.”

James Maddison has provided a timely update amid growing concern over his recovery at Tottenham following a strange video of his legs.

James Maddison is currently on the road to recovery after suffering an ACL injury in pre-season, which has kept him sidelined throughout the campaign so far.

However, the Englishman is making steady progress, having recently returned to training on the pitches at Hotspur Way, although he remains some way off a return to competitive action for Tottenham.

The latest injury updates suggest that Maddison is most likely to make his comeback in June, after the season has concluded.

Tottenham midfielder James Maddison responds to that leg video

With rehabilitation still the focus for the England international, he was seen putting in the work at the gym at the Tottenham training facility, doing some work on his leg.

However, that footage sparked fear among many Spurs fans, as Maddison’s right thigh looked significantly smaller than his left.

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Many supporters were of the opinion that the noticeable difference meant his return could take longer than expected, likely due to ‘muscle wastage’.

In a post on his Instagram story, Maddison has now provided an update, pouring cold water on fears regarding his leg.

Posting a picture of both thighs, he wrote in the caption: “Admin needs to work on the angles of videoing…”

Spurs hope for timely returns in relegation run-in

While Maddison remains a few months out, Spurs supporters will be hoping that some of their other injured stars return soon.

Mohammed Kudus is one such player who has been out for three months but is now nearing a return ahead of Tottenham’s relegation run-in.

Tottenham Hotspur are one of the clubs at the front of the queue to land a Man United star, who is expected to leave Old Trafford this summer.

Roberto De Zerbi has had his first opportunity to work with the Tottenham squad over the past few days, as the Italian prepares for his first team selection as Spurs boss.

If the 46-year-old does manage to keep the Lilywhites up, one would expect big changes to the squad in the summer as the former Brighton boss tries to instil his favoured possession-based, attacking approach.

It will be fascinating to see how Tottenham’s final summer wishlist evolves over the next month and a half, and it has now emerged that an experienced United star is among the names on the Lilywhites’ radar.

Tottenham are in a three-horse race for Manuel Ugarte

Fabrizio Romano has revealed on his YouTube channel that Man United midfielder Manuel Ugarte could leave Old Trafford this summer as Michael Carrick’s men eye multiple new midfield additions.

He claims that work has already begun to find a solution for the Uruguay international, with ‘several possibilities’ emerging ahead of the summer.

The expectation at the Manchester club is that they will part ways with Ugarte at the end of this season, as they eye rebuilding their midfield.

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BBC Sport have relayed this information from Romano and added that Tottenham are one of three clubs eyeing a move for the 24-year-old.

The report says that the Lilywhites have joined in the race for the Man United star by Newcastle United and Galatasaray.

Senior Spurs midfielder set to depart this summer

According to various reports, a senior Tottenham midfielder is not expected to remain at the club for De Zerbi’s first full season in charge.

It has been alleged that Yves Bissouma is unhappy with how he has been treated at Tottenham over the last two seasons and is keen to exit the club this summer.

Tottenham Hotspur have set their eyes on a young South American starlet, who is also on the radars of some of their London rivals.

Roberto De Zerbi has been given plenty of power to shape the Tottenham squad the way he wants to, and one would expect wholesale changes at N17 this summer if they stay up.

One would expect the Italian to prioritise strengthening Spurs’ attack, with the Lilywhites lacking a cutting edge in the final third all campaign.

It has now been claimed that Spurs could turn a young Argentine starlet, who is continuing to hit the headlines in his country.

Tottenham’s interest in Ian Subiabre has caused panic at River Plate

It first emerged last summer that Tottenham explored a move for Ian Subiabre following his impressive performances in the Club World Cup.

According to a new report in El Intransigente, the North London club’s interest in the teenage winger has not gone away. In fact, Spurs are ready to ‘accelerate’ their interest in Subiabre.

The Lilywhites’ entry into the transfer race has ‘set off alarm bells’ at River Plate, especially after another unnamed German club also made contact to ask about the youngster.

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The report adds that Subiabre’s entourage are not ruling out a big move in the summer and are currently analysing offers.

How much will Subiabre cost this summer?

El Intransigente reveal that River Plate are ‘standing firm’ and do not wish to let their star attacker leave in the summer.

The Argentine club are well protected since Subiabre’s current deal runs until 2028, and he has a €100m (£87.2m) release clause in his deal.

Alfie Whiteman has been handed an incredible opportunity by Tottenham Hotspur after spending 16 years at the club.

Alfie Whiteman called time on his career in professional football last summer after coming through the Tottenham youth academy and being part of the first-team squad for several years.

The goalkeeper was always a long way down the pecking order and did not make a single appearance for the Spurs first-team despite spending some time on loan and being part of a few matchday squads.

After hanging up his boots, the 27-year-old will now explore one of his other big passions, with the club assisting him in his efforts to do.

Alfie Whiteman is launching an art exhibition and photo book at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

Back in October of last year, Whiteman admitted that he decided to quit football to explore his love of photography, and the club are now assisting him with the next phase of his career.

Tottenham have revealed on their official website that the former goalkeeper will launch his debut art exhibition and accompanying photo book at the stadium’s OOF Gallery from 1 May.

The club have announced: “Alfie’s first exhibition of photographs and accompanying book – Alfie Whiteman: ‘A Loan’ – will be housed at the OOF Gallery, part of the Tottenham Experience at the stadium, from 1 May-27 September. ‘A Loan’ is a project which captures life on loan during Alfie’s time in Sweden at Degerfors, where he made 34 appearances across his 18-month spell in the Allsvenskan from August, 2021.

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“It features a wide selection of photographs from the project, as well as a full-size replica of the lakeside sauna where he spent so much of his time. The exhibition, supported by Salomon, is accompanied by a beautifully illustrated photobook, filled with images and diary entries from his time in Sweden. The book is published by OOF and Somesuch Editions.”

Whiteman’s association with Spurs continues

The club’s stadium will be a fitting setting for the goalkeeper’s big project, as the youngster was born and raised in Tottenham and has had a lifelong association with the North London club.

Whiteman even served as a mascot at White Hart Lane at the age of six and joined the club’s academy aged just 10.

The goalkeeper, who has been capped for England at youth level, was part of the matchday squad in the Europa League final at Bilbao last May.

Whiteman signed off from Tottenham following the trophy success last season, and it is great to see the club assisting the 27-year-old in the next chapter in his life.