De Zerbi: Passion, Not Coaching Superiority, Can Revive Spurs' Identity

Roberto De Zerbi believes his passion, rather than coaching prowess, can help restore Tottenham's DNA and steer the club clear of relegation. De Zerbi, who replaced Thomas Frank and Igor Tudor, has seven games to achieve this goal, starting with Sunday's match against Sunderland. He expressed admiration for his predecessors, acknowledging they are skilled coaches, but emphasized the importance of his own character, personality, and passion in helping players showcase their quality. De Zerbi's primary objective is to avoid relegation, focusing on organization, courage, and the right spirit, which he believes are essential to the club's DNA. With limited time to make changes, he has chosen to bring only two former coaches to the club, aiming to provide a clear plan and avoid confusing the players. De Zerbi is counting on the fans' support but emphasized that the team must deserve it through their performances on the pitch.