De Zerbi Offers Apology for Comments on Mason Greenwood

Tottenham's new head coach, Roberto De Zerbi, has apologized to those he offended with his previous comments about Mason Greenwood. De Zerbi made the apology during his first interview with the club's media, speaking in Italian. His comments regarding Greenwood, made while he was in charge of Marseille, had sparked concern among the Tottenham Hotspur Supporters' Trust, who expressed strong reservations about his appointment. Greenwood had joined Marseille from Manchester United in 2024 after charges against him, including attempted rape and assault, were dropped. De Zerbi had described Greenwood as a 'good guy' who paid a 'heavy price' and stated that he was saddened by what happened in Greenwood's life, knowing a different person than the one described. De Zerbi emphasized that he has always stood up for the vulnerable and fought against violence, and that he apologizes to those he offended. He expressed his sensitivity to these issues, particularly as a father of a daughter. The apology comes ahead of his first press conference, where he is expected to address the comments further. The Spurs board had carefully considered the sentiments around De Zerbi's association with Greenwood during the hiring process.