Tottenham's major issues were identified by Roberto De Zerbi during his debut match. Despite his high salary, the team's performance against Sunderland did little to boost confidence in their ability to escape relegation. The appointment of De Zerbi, the team's fourth coach in 12 months, has not addressed the persistent problems.
Tottenham lacks a distinct playing style, which was a key factor in De Zerbi's hiring. However, the current team is not capable of executing his plans, as evident in the loss to Sunderland. The team's 14-match winless streak in the Premier League is their worst since 1935, and their chances of relegation have increased to 49.5%, according to Opta. De Zerbi's tactics, which emphasize character and spirit, were not effectively implemented, and the team struggled to dominate the ball.
The upcoming six-game stretch will be crucial in determining their fate, and De Zerbi must make the right decisions to ensure the team's survival. With the absence of captain Cristian Romero, the team must find a way to win and draw from the fear of relegation to stay afloat.