Roberto De Zerbi conceded he's 'not started with big luck' in terms of Mo Kudus' injury setback, but says we 'have to look forward anyway' and bring the best out of the players in attacking areas.
Tottenham manager Roberto de Zerbi says he is "not better" than predecessors Thomas Frank or Igor Tudor as he prepares to take charge of his first game at the Premier League strugglers.
Here's every single word the new Tottenham Hotspur head coach said in his first press conference ahead of his debut against Sunderland
Roberto De Zerbi has held his first press conference as Tottenham boss ahead of his opening game in the dugout at Sunderland on Sunday.
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Tottenham and Aston Villa have joined a busy race to sign Léo Scienza, who is open to a move away from Southampton this summer.
De Zerbi targeting first Tottenham signing
Tottenham Hotspur reportedly remain in pole position to sign Andy Robertson from Liverpool this summer, following the announcement that the Scotland skipper will be leaving Anfield when his contract expires.
Roberto De Zerbi said he is not a better coach than Thomas Frank or Igor Tudor but his "passion" can help restore Tottenham's DNA as he looks to steer the club clear of relegation.
Roberto De Zerbi has now explained his decision to include just two of his former coaches in his backroom staff at Tottenham ahead of the Premier League run-in.
Roberto De Zerbi has confirmed that Rodrigo Bentancur and Guglielmo Vicario are not ready to face Sunderland on Sunday.