Roberto De Zerbi assures Lucas Bergvall of future role at Tottenham
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 1:10 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Roberto De Zerbi and Johan Lange met with Lucas Bergvall to discuss his future at Tottenham Hotspur. Bergvall expressed a desire to leave due to concerns over his playing time, having started only one match in seven under De Zerbi last season. Despite Bergvall's interest in departing, Tottenham management confirmed he is not for sale. The club aims to strengthen its midfielder options by targeting Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes, potentially limiting Bergvall's opportunities. He prefers a number eight position, less suited to De Zerbi's current tactical approach.
- •Lucas Bergvall started one of seven matches under De Zerbi last season.
- •He made 23 Premier League appearances, scoring one goal and assisting three.
- •Tottenham plans to target Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes.
- •Bergvall's preferred playing role faces challenges under De Zerbi's system.
- •Tottenham insists Bergvall is not for sale amid transfer speculation.
- 1:10 PMYahoo Sports — Roberto De Zerbi and Johan Lange have assured Spurs star Lucas Bergvall of his part in the club’s future
"Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Roberto De Zerbi and sporting director Johan Lange have held talks with Lucas Bergvall, according to The Telegraph. The Sweden international has expressed a desire to leav...
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