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• Roberto De Zerbi give Tottenham Hotspur reason to believe

  New Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi has ignited hope among supporters by declaring his long-term ambition to restore the club to the Premier League’s summit despite their recent drop into the relegation zone. ​Roberto De Zerbi has pledged to bring ambition back to Tottenham following the club’s slide into the bottom three. Taking over a side reeling from a 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest, the Italian tactician is tasked with surviving a dire injury crisis. “In my plan for sure there is the idea to stay for a long time… to put Tottenham to stay in the first position,” De Zerbi stated. ​The manager’s arrival marks a shift from the pragmatic approach of predecessor Thomas Frank. While the squad faces significant absences on the right flank, De Zerbi’s focus remains on high-level competitiveness and trophy hunting. Addressing the club’s potential, he noted the goal is “to put Tottenham to stay in the first position in the Premier League because there are all parts to reach that level.”

• Vitor Pereira makes Nottingham Forest ‘disaster’ point ahead of crucial Aston Villa clash

  Nottingham Forest head coach Vitor Pereira has emphasized that maintaining Premier League status is the club’s absolute priority, despite their ongoing pursuit of Europa League silverware.

  ​Vitor Pereira has admitted that suffering relegation would be a “disaster” for Nottingham Forest as they prepare to host Aston Villa.

  Despite securing a 1-1 draw against Porto in their Europa League quarter-final first leg, the manager is wary of the domestic threat.

  “If we are not in the level, in the Premier League, it will be a disaster,” Pereira warned during his press conference.

  ​The Portuguese coach acknowledged the difficulty of balancing European ambitions with a survival battle against rivals like Tottenham and West Ham.

  While owner Evangelos Marinakis dreams of trophies, the directive remains clear: avoid the Championship.

  Pereira remains committed to both fronts but insists on top-flight safety. “The club said to me that the priority is to keep the club in the Premier League,” he noted.

• Tottenham Hotspur are officially in the Premier League relegation zone

  Tottenham Hotspur have officially dropped into the Premier League’s bottom three after West Ham United secured a dominant 4-0 victory over Wolves to climb out of the relegation places.

  ​West Ham United escaped the relegation zone for the first time since December following a commanding win at the London Stadium.

  A brace from Taty Castellanos and two goals from Konstantinos Mavropanos sealed the victory, pushing North London rivals Tottenham into the unthinkable position of seventeenth.

  Hammers coach Nuno Espirito Santo remained grounded despite the surge, stating, “I realise there is still a lot of work to be done yet.”

  ​The result leaves Wolves facing confirmed relegation as early as next week, while Spurs continue their dramatic free fall toward the Championship.

  West Ham’s resurgence, marked by five wins in eleven games, has radically shifted the survival landscape.

  Reflecting on the atmosphere that fueled the result, Santo added, “London Stadium was amazing; it was bouncing with energy even in the hard parts when the game was tough.”

• Premier League cult hero released from hospital after scare following three kidney transplants

  Former Bolton Wanderers and Croatia striker Ivan Klasnić has returned home after being hospitalized with a high fever, marking the latest update in his high-profile battle with long-term renal issues.

  ​Former Premier League forward Ivan Klasnić has been discharged from the hospital after a recent health scare involving a viral infection.

  The 46-year-old, who has undergone three kidney transplants, was admitted as a precaution after suffering from a high fever.

  Klasnić confirmed his recovery to the German newspaper BILD, stating he has returned home to be with his family while his condition remains stable.

  ​The Croatian international’s health struggles stem from undiagnosed kidney problems aggravated by painkillers earlier in his career.

  Reflecting on his journey in a recent documentary, he noted: “I have to be grateful that I am still alive, even though I am ill.”

  Despite these challenges, Klasnić remains a beloved figure at Bolton and Werder Bremen, recently receiving goal dedications from younger national team players.

• Why Newcastle United has been warned to avoid Xavi and Jose Mourinho

  Former Newcastle winger Chris Waddle has cautioned the club against appointing high-profile managers like Xavi or Jose Mourinho, arguing their respective styles and lack of Premier League experience do not align with the fans’ expectations for expansive football.

  ​Newcastle United’s managerial future remains uncertain following Chief Executive David Hopkinson’s refusal to grant Eddie Howe long-term assurances.

  Speculation has linked Xavi Hernandez and Jose Mourinho to the post, but Chris Waddle believes neither fits the club’s identity.

  Regarding Xavi, Waddle noted, “It’s all right saying he was a great player but you’d have to judge him on his ability as a manager, and he’s never worked in the Premier League.”

  ​Waddle also expressed concerns over Mourinho’s pragmatic approach, suggesting it would clash with the Tyneside tradition of front-foot football.

  He argued that legendary figures like Kevin Keegan and Bobby Robson are cherished specifically for their entertaining styles.

  “I think Newcastle fans would find it hard to take Mourinho and his football if it was 1-0 every week,” Waddle added, emphasizing that the supporters demand entertainment alongside results.