Spurs aim for improvement under De Zerbi in the EPL
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 8:42 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Roberto de Zerbi is reshaping Tottenham Hotspur ahead of the new Premier League season after avoiding relegation last term. This summer, he has signed six players and implemented new tactics, focusing on build-up play and fluid attacking movements. Spurs have faced challenges from opposing teams adapting their defensive strategies to counter De Zerbi's methods, particularly by narrowing their formations. In a pre-season match against Hoffenheim, Spurs showcased their tactical evolution, adapting their approach to navigate blocked central channels. As the season progresses, Spurs will continue to refine their tactics.
- •Roberto de Zerbi restructured Spurs after last season's close call with relegation.
- •Tottenham signed six players to enhance their squad this summer.
- •De Zerbi's tactical evolution includes swift transitions from defense to attack.
- •Spurs prevailed in a pre-season match against Hoffenheim, demonstrating new strategies.
- •Opponents are adjusting tactics to counter Spurs' central attacking play.
- 8:42 AMYahoo Sports — How new-look Spurs are shaping up under De Zerbi
- 8:41 AMBBC Sport — How new-look Spurs are shaping up under De Zerbi
"Roberto de Zerbi has had time and money over the summer to start creating a new-look Tottenham. So how are they shaping up?
"Roberto de Zerbi has had time and money over the summer to start creating a new-look Tottenham. So how are they shaping up?
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 8:42 AMHow new-look Spurs are shaping up under De Zerbi
Roberto de Zerbi has had time and money over the summer to start creating a new-look Tottenham. So how are they shaping up?
- BBC SportAug 22, 2026, 8:41 AMHow new-look Spurs are shaping up under De Zerbi
Roberto de Zerbi has had time and money over the summer to start creating a new-look Tottenham. So how are they shaping up?
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