Tottenham Hotspur could opt to buy out the contract of Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi
According to popular Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, the contract of Tottenham managerial target Roberto De Zerbi‘s contract at Brighton & Hove Albion has a buy-out clause that can be activated in the summer.
Tottenham Hotspur’s search for a new manager has been a topic of discussion in the footballing world, with several names being linked to the vacant position. De Zerbi is also on the list.
The Seagulls manager has done well in his first season in the Premier League. A crucial condition in the Italian’s contract that may affect Tottenham’s pursuit of him has been revealed, providing some clarity on the matter.
In his first season in English football, De Zerbi has left a lasting impression thanks to Brighton, who play some attractive, attacking football under his leadership. Brighton’s on-field performances have been consistent with the philosophy and style of play that the Italian manager has instilled.
Brighton has been a difficult team to beat and sit seventh in the Premier League but it is their performances that have won them a lot of fans. They are in contention for a European spot this time around.
Before becoming well-known at Sassuolo, the Italian manager gained notoriety in his native country, where he managed a number of teams in the lower divisions. De Zerbi’s team produced some thrilling football at Sassuolo, and their offensive flair won them a lot of praise.
Tottenham clearly needs a manager who can instil a distinct philosophy and style of play into the team given their current difficulties. The aggressive playing style of De Zerbi would be a welcome departure from the cautious strategy used by former boss Antonio Conte.
Yet whether Tottenham will succeed in luring De Zerbi away from Brighton is still up in the air. The tenaciously devoted Italian manager has made it clear time and time again that he intends to finish the current campaign with Brighton.
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If Tottenham are serious about pursuing De Zerbi, they may need to be patient and wait until the summer before making their move. It’ll not be easy to convince him to ditch a successful project at Amex though. Let’s see how it goes.
