Tottenham sink into bottom three after Sunderland loss
Spurs reportedly open talks to sign a former Barcelona player for De Zerbi, following a verbal agreement with Andy Robertson.
Spurs fall again under De Zerbi at Sunderland, with Richarlison criticised for just four passes as relegation fears deepen.
Nasri says he wouldn’t want Tottenham to be relegated due to derby significance, while Hazard labels Spurs a mid-table club amid their 14-game winless run and 18th-place standing.
Romero limps off in tears after colliding with keeper Kinsky during Spurs’ 1-0 defeat at Sunderland. De Zerbi calls it “very bad” but awaits tests, stressing Romero is crucial to finish the season.
Spurs lose 1-0 at Sunderland, drop into the relegation zone with six games left. Mukiele’s deflected strike beats Kinsky. Romero leaves in tears after collision. De Zerbi urges calm, targets ‘one win’.
Tottenham forward Richarlison vows to leave his phone at home if picked by Carlo Ancelotti for the 2026 World Cup after social media issues in 2022. He remains hopeful despite March omission and ongoing Brazil doubts.
De Zerbi admits players fear relegation after 1-0 loss at Sunderland leaves Spurs 18th and winless in 14. Mukiele scores via Van de Ven deflection. Romero exits injured after clash with Kinsky.
Club legend Hoddle recalls frustration as Spurs boss, citing lack of funds and missed moves for Morientes and Eto’o in 2003, which he says hurt and remains a big regret.
Sunderland beat Spurs 1-0 as Mukiele’s shot deflects off Van de Ven past Kinsky. Sunderland praise intensity and expose Spurs’ lack of spine, with no new manager bounce for De Zerbi.
