Tottenham confirm appointment of Roberto De Zerbi as new boss on five-year deal

Roberto De Zerbi has been confirmed as Tottenham’s new head coach on a five-year deal, but no relegation release clause has been included in his contract.

Spurs parted company with Igor Tudor on Sunday afternoon after five defeats in seven matches during a shambolic 44-day reign and immediately set their sights on trying to lure number one summer target De Zerbi to join mid-season.

After days of negotiations given De Zerbi’s initial preference to assess his options in the summer, the 46-year-old accepted Tottenham’s proposal and despite relegation being a realistic prospect with seven matches of a terrible Premier League campaign left, the Press Association understands no relegation clause has been included.

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Roberto De Zerbi as our new Men’s Head Coach on a long-term contract, subject to work permit.