Spurs appoint Roberto De Zerbi as new head coach
Former Brighton boss returns to the Premier League to replace Igor Tudor
www.premierleague.comHere are the latest updates on Tottenham Hotspur’s head coach situation:
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As of March 30, 2026, Spurs appointed Roberto De Zerbi as the new head coach to replace Igor Tudor. This is a significant change after Tudor’s struggles and a period of instability for the club. The club confirmed De Zerbi’s appointment, signaling a fresh strategic direction for the team going into the rest of the season.[4]
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Leading up to that appointment, there was broad speculation about interim arrangements and potential permanent hires. Reports from Spurs-focused outlets indicated discussions about a permanent head coach before the end of the season, with Roberto De Zerbi among the names in the frame, against the backdrop of Championship-level pressure on the club. Another update suggested rapid coaching staff changes and an interim approach before a longer-term decision was made, highlighting the churn around the coaching role at that time.[1][2]
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In broader coverage, Igor Tudor gave interviews framing the challenge and emphasizing that a new coach wouldn’t instantly fix all problems, underscoring the complexity of turning around a struggling side. This context helps explain why the club pursued a high-profile appointment like De Zerbi to implement a new philosophy quickly.[3]
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For completeness, there were earlier reports that Thomas Frank could have been a candidate, but those were from mid-2025 and later developments shifted toward De Zerbi’s formal arrival in early 2026.[6][8][9]
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Citations:
- Spurs appoint Roberto De Zerbi as new head coach.[4]
- Spurs coaching speculation and interim plans.[2][1]
- Tudor interview on coaching changes and impact.[3]
- Earlier coaching speculation (Thomas Frank) and related coverage.[8][9][6]