Key Takeaways:
- Tottenham have delivered a 24-48 hour ultimatum to Roberto De Zerbi regarding their managerial offer
- De Zerbi, who became available after his contract with Marseille ended by mutual consent in February, is Tottenham’s primary target
- The North London club are seeking a replacement for Igor Tudor, who departed after securing just one win from seven matches
Tottenham Set a Tight Deadline for Managerial Appointment
According to a report from La Gazzetta dello Sport, Tottenham Hotspur have set a 24-48 hour deadline for Roberto De Zerbi to respond to their proposal. Eager to finalise discussions rapidly, the club have pressed for a swift decision from the Italian coach, who is currently available on the market following the mutual termination of his contract with Marseille in February.
🥇🚨| #Tottenham have offered Roberto De Zerbi a 5 year contract which would make him one of the highest earners in the Premier League.@David_Ornstein + @JackPittBrooke pic.twitter.com/kGtqULMtOw
— The Spurs Express (@TheSpursExpress) March 30, 2026
Background: Search for a Successor After Tudor’s Departure
Tottenham’s urgency follows the exit of Igor Tudor, who managed only a single victory in his seven-game spell before his own mutual parting with the club on Sunday. The management has now prioritised De Zerbi as their top candidate to take charge.
Negotiations and Managerial Market Dynamics
Renowned journalist Gianluca Di Marzio has indicated that “the next few hours” will be crucial for De Zerbi’s decision on Tottenham’s offer, while La Gazzetta dello Sport has specified a clear timeframe of 24-48 hours for a reply. Just days earlier, De Zerbi had appeared content to wait until the new season before taking up a new appointment, but Tottenham’s persistent approach has reportedly caused him to reconsider his stance.
