Roberto De Zerbi reaches agreement in principle with Tottenham to replace Igor Tudor as manager

Roberto De Zerbi reaches agreement in principle with Tottenham to replace Igor Tudor as manager

Published Mar. 31, 2026 7:02 a.m. ET
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The dramatic U-turn

The north London club has moved swiftly to fill the vacuum left by Tudor, whose interim tenure ended on Sunday after just 44 days and seven disastrous games in charge. According to

Progressing towards a five-year deal

Although De Zerbi is not yet in London, the framework of a long-term project is already in place. The five-year contract offer reflects a desire for stability, with the board viewing the former Brighton boss as the ideal candidate to implement a lasting philosophy. According to

Big gamble?

The appointment of De Zerbi represents a significant tactical gamble

A brutal survival test

De Zerbi is poised to potentially make his debut in the Tottenham dugout for the high-stakes

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