Roberto De Zerbi on Tottenham’s Summer Signings, Andy Robertson, and Changing Spurs’ Identity: Men in Blazers 08/10/26
Men In Blazers

Roberto De Zerbi on Tottenham’s Summer Signings, Andy Robertson, and Changing Spurs’ Identity: Men in Blazers 08/10/26

B1IntermediateAugust 10, 202610 min
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Tottenham head coach Roberto De Zerbi joins Rog to discuss his transformed Spurs side ahead of the new season after a busy transfer window. De Zerbi speaks about the new summer arrivals, including former Liverpool legend Andy Robertson, and the importance of adding leadership and passion to the squad. He discusses what's changed since he took over in March and what he expects from his club heading into the new Premier League season. He also explains his approach to creating a winning football mentality and measuring success beyond points and results. You can watch the full version...

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We are working very well I think in the transfer market. We have not finished yet. My guest today is a footballing obsessive who returned to the Premier League last April to give Tottenham the kiss of life in their darkest hour. Now, the dawn of a new season, transform the squad,

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prepare to devour all comers like a great white shark. Welcome back to the undisputed king of bombers, Roberto D'Serbi. Hello, nice to meet you. Roberto, what is the most profound way Tottenham of today, August 2026,

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a difference of the Tottenham you inherited back in April? It's totally different because I came seven games before the end of the season in a very bad condition, very bad position on the table, very sad moment, but altogether with the club first of all, the players, the staff, and me.

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