Roberto De Zerbi makes Tottenham guarantee after rumours of Premier League relegation clause

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Roberto De Zerbi has clarified what he will do if Tottenham Hotspur get relegated from the Premier League this season.

There is no doubt that eyebrows were raised when it was announced that De Zerbi had signed a five-year deal with Tottenham, given his history of not lasting long at clubs.

Many assumed that De Zerbi would be off in the summer if Spurs get relegated, but reports have indicated that the Tottenham boss has no relegation break clause in his contract.

In fact, some sources have claimed that the Italian is committed to rebuilding Spurs even if they are in the Championship next term, and the 46-year-old has now clarified his stance.

Roberto De Zerbi confirms he will be Tottenham boss next season

In his first interview as Spurs boss, the newcomer reiterated that he sees this as a long-term project in North London – something the Lilywhites haven’t really had in practice since Mauricio Pochettino.

De Zerbi insisted that he will remain in charge of the North London club next season, even if they are not in the top tier of English football for the first time in 48 years.

He told the club’s official channel: “I signed a five-year contract because for me, it is a big challenge. I will be the coach of Tottenham next season, no matter what.”

De Zerbi’s comments will send the right messages to Spurs players and fans

Having an interim in place did not work for the Lilywhites, as it is always difficult for Igor Tudor to get a buy-in from the squad when the players know that there will be a new guy in charge in the summer.

That was perhaps why Tottenham decided to push forward a permanent appointment, and according to reports, De Zerbi was always Spurs’ top managerial target for the summer.

The Italian’s commitment to the cause will provide some certainty for everyone at the club, and the club’s hierarchy will be hoping that the newcomer can get an instant response from the players.

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