The Digest: Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed the appointment of Roberto De Zerbi as their new head coach on a five-year contract. The former Brighton boss joins days after Igor Tudor was sacked by the north London club, who currently sit one point and one place above the relegation zone with seven matches remaining. De Zerbi expressed delight at joining "one of the biggest and most prestigious" clubs in the world, while sporting director Johan Lange called him their "number one target."
Key Points:
- De Zerbi signed a five-year contract with Tottenham.
- He replaces Igor Tudor, who was sacked days earlier.
- Tottenham are one point above the relegation zone with seven games left.
- De Zerbi previously managed Brighton in the Premier League.
- The club's next match is against Sunderland on Sunday week.
Sources: Goal, BBC
