Tottenham Hotspur’s potential appointment of Roberto De Zerbi as their new head coach could add insult to injury for rivals Arsenal, especially given Arsenal’s loan of Ethan Nwaneri to Marseille to play under the now-departed De Zerbi.
Tottenham Hotspur could appoint Roberto De Zerbi as Thomas Frank’s successor, a move that would significantly frustrate rivals Arsenal.
The Gunners recently loaned teenage star Ethan Nwaneri to Marseille specifically to develop under the Italian.
Mikel Arteta previously praised the choice, stating: “Roberto [De Zerbi] is there and he’s an incredible developer of young talent and he’s a really courageous manager.”
The timing of Frank’s sacking, coming just hours after De Zerbi’s Marseille exit, has fueled speculation ahead of the North London Derby.
While Nwaneri remains stuck in France, his former mentor could soon lead Tottenham.
Discussing the potential impact, Joe Hart noted: “He’s going to get a great opportunity… working with a great coach in Roberto De Zerbi,” though that opportunity has now shifted.