De Zerbi's Future at Spurs 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 league position. Despite the threat of relegation, De Zerbi is focused on ensuring everyone at the club is on the same page and shares the same vision for the project. He emphasized that having a unified approach is crucial for success, and this is what will determine his decision to stay or leave, not the team's division. De Zerbi's comments come after a difficult start to his tenure, with the team sitting in the bottom three and yet to win a game in 2026. However, he remains confident in the team's potential and believes they can avoid relegation and compete at the top level next season if they can stay focused and work together. De Zerbi has also been working to build a stronger relationship with his players, taking the squad out for dinner and emphasizing the importance of teamwork and leadership. With several key players injured, including captain Romero, De Zerbi is looking for others to step up and take on leadership roles, citing players like Micky van de Ven, Rodrigo Bentancur, and Palhinha as examples. The team's next game is against Brighton, and a win could take them out of the relegation zone, at least temporarily.