Matheus Fernandes credits Roberto De Zerbi for his Tottenham transfer decision
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 5:10 PM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Midfielder Matheus Fernandes cited head coach Roberto De Zerbi as the primary reason for his move to Tottenham this summer. The 22-year-old Portuguese player joined the squad in a deal worth £85 million following his time at West Ham. Tottenham remains in search of its first win and first goal of the Premier League season after failing to secure a victory in the first three matches. Fernandes expressed confidence in the current squad and expects the team to begin delivering results soon. The club prepares to face Everton on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. Meanwhile, Tottenham continues to manage player availability as Richarlison and James Maddison return to training, while Mykhailo Mudryk remains sidelined for six to eight weeks.
- •Matheus Fernandes joined Tottenham this summer for £85 million.
- •Roberto De Zerbi personally persuaded the midfielder to choose the London club.
- •Tottenham has not yet scored a goal or won a match in the league.
- •Mykhailo Mudryk is out for six to eight weeks with an injury.
- •Tottenham hosts Everton in a league match this Saturday.
"Spurs may have failed to win any of their first three Premier League games this season, but summer signing Matheus Fernandes is convinced he has joined a squad set to start fighting for trophies.
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