Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi has made clear that his future at the club depends on maintaining a strong relationship with the board and sharing the same vision for the project, not on whether Spurs avoid relegation. The Italian, who signed a five-year contract in March, emphasized that alignment with club leadership is paramount, even as Tottenham sits in the Premier League's bottom three with six games remaining.

De Zerbi's comments come after a 1-0 defeat to Sunderland in his first match in charge, leaving Spurs as the only Premier League side without a win in 2026. The manager acknowledged the precarious situation but stressed that his commitment extends beyond immediate results. He has already begun implementing his philosophy, taking the squad for dinner to build relationships and demanding character and leadership from his players.

With captain Cristian Romero out for the season and several key players injured, De Zerbi is calling for personality to emerge from his young squad. He specifically mentioned Micky van de Ven, Rodrigo Bentancur, and João Palhinha as potential leaders, while challenging striker Dominic Solanke to show more character. The summer transfer window will be crucial in determining whether De Zerbi's vision aligns with the board's plans, regardless of which division Tottenham finds themselves in next season.