De Zerbi's Tottenham Future Hinges on Board Relationship, Not Relegation

Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi has stated that his future at the club depends on his relationship with the board, rather than the team's avoidance of relegation. Following a 1-0 loss to Sunderland in his first game in charge, Spurs are currently in the bottom three, two points from safety with six games remaining. De Zerbi emphasized that having a unified vision with the board is crucial for his continued tenure, saying 'the problem is not the league, the problem is to keep the relationship with the board and to have the same ideas in the project.' He also expressed his ambition for the team, believing they can finish in the top six next season if they avoid relegation. However, with a huge rebuild required in the summer, De Zerbi's ability to guarantee his stay will be tested. The manager has called for his players to take responsibility and show leadership, particularly with captain Romero out for the season. De Zerbi has identified several players, including Micky van de Ven, Rodrigo Bentancur, and Palhinha, as potential leaders, and hopes to develop their personalities and characters on the pitch.