Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi has stated that his decision to stay at the club next season will be based on his relationship with the board, rather than the team's league position. Despite the team's current struggles, with only six games left to play and sitting in the bottom three, De Zerbi emphasized the importance of having a unified vision and shared goals with the club's leadership. In an interview, De Zerbi explained that "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 stressed the need for everyone at the club to be on the same page, saying "everyone on the same page" is crucial for him.
De Zerbi's comments come after his first game in charge ended in a 1-0 loss to Sunderland, leaving Spurs in a precarious position. However, the Italian coach remains confident that the team can avoid relegation and even finish in the top six next season if they can stay up. De Zerbi's approach to the game and his expectations for the team's performance were evident in his pre-match press conference, where he discussed the need to focus on the next game and create a positive atmosphere among the players. With captain Romero out for the season, De Zerbi believes that several players in the squad can step up and become leaders in different ways, citing the importance of having players with personality and character.
The team's upcoming game against Brighton, De Zerbi's former club, will be a crucial test of their abilities and a chance for them to move out of the relegation zone.