Tim Sherwood
May 2026
Tim Sherwood has warned Tottenham could face back-to-back relegations if major changes are not made, claiming the club’s current trajectory could see them fall as far as the third tier of English football. Sherwood blamed poor leadership and recruitment, arguing that failure to secure immediate promotion from the Championship could trigger a prolonged
Nicky Butt
May 2026
Nicky Butt has urged Manchester United to pursue Micky van de Ven, claiming the Tottenham defender would provide a stronger and faster alternative to Lisandro Martinez in their defensive rebuild. Butt highlighted Van de Ven’s pace and physicality as key advantages, suggesting United should act quickly if Tottenham face relegation and are forced into sales, while also questioning links to potential managerial changes.
Roberto De Zerbi
May 2026
Roberto De Zerbi has issued a defiant message to his Tottenham squad, rejecting excuses over injuries and insisting only a strong mentality will keep them in the Premier League during a tense relegation battle. With multiple players sidelined, De Zerbi challenged his team to ignore negativity and stop blaming bad luck. He stressed discipline and commitment, warning that focusing on setbacks instead of solutions would lead to failure in the final matches.
Guglielmo Vicario
April 2026
Inter have moved into a strong position to sign Guglielmo Vicario after agreeing personal terms, with Tottenham prepared to allow the goalkeeper to leave as part of their summer squad reshaping. Negotiations progressed over months, culminating in a verbal agreement with the player. Tottenham’s internal decision to sell has accelerated talks, while the club now shifts focus toward identifying a replacement goalkeeper for next season.
Dominic Solanke
April 2026
Tottenham face a major setback as Dominic Solanke could miss the remainder of the season with a hamstring injury, further weakening a squad already battling relegation and dealing with multiple long-term absences. Early scans suggest a grade-two hamstring issue that may require weeks of recovery. With several key players already ruled out, De Zerbi must navigate a thin squad through crucial fixtures to avoid dropping out of the Premier League.
Tottenham
April 2026
Tottenham are battling to avoid Premier League relegation after a disastrous campaign, sitting just two points from safety with four matches remaining as pressure mounts on the club’s leadership and recent managerial changes. A run of poor decisions and instability in management left Spurs struggling, though a recent win has kept survival hopes alive. De Zerbi must quickly improve results despite injuries, with a tough run-in determining their fate.
Alexander Isak
April 2026
Alexander Isak is set to rejoin Liverpool team training after more than three months out with an ankle injury that included a fibula fracture. His return gives Arne Slot a major attacking boost for the run-in and also strengthens Sweden’s World Cup outlook. Liverpool confirmed Isak will take the next step in recovery on Thursday after surgery and a long rehabilitation period following the injury he suffered at Tottenham in December. Slot said the striker is in a good place mentally and physically, though he may not start immediately.
Roberto De Zerbi
April 2026
Roberto De Zerbi is reported to want Alessandro Nesta on his Tottenham staff as Spurs try to finalise a new coaching structure during their relegation fight. The Nesta link is still at report stage, but it reflects how quickly Tottenham are trying to rebuild their setup. Reports say De Zerbi has already accepted the Tottenham project and discussions are now extending to staff appointments, including a possible role for Nesta. The idea would be to add elite defensive pedigree to a side that has badly struggled at the back.
Roberto De Zerbi
March 2026
Tottenham have reportedly reached an agreement in principle with Roberto De Zerbi to become their new head coach, accelerating plans because of the club’s relegation danger. Reports say the proposed deal runs for five years and reflects Spurs’ push for a long-term reset rather than another short-term fix. Multiple reports say Tottenham changed pace after slipping to just one point above the relegation zone, moving from a summer preference to an immediate appointment push. Discussions have included De Zerbi’s staff structure and incentives tied to keeping Spurs in the Premier League.
Mauricio Pochettino
March 2026
Mauricio Pochettino said his full focus remains on the World Cup with the United States, but he did not completely shut the door on a future return to Tottenham. His comments came as Spurs continue to be linked with multiple candidates during their survival battle. Reuters reported that Pochettino has spoken openly about missing coaching in England and still feeling a strong connection to Tottenham. At the same time, he stressed that his present commitment is to the United States ahead of the World Cup and not to immediate club negotiations.
