De Zerby is excited about Tottenham's prospects even before the transfer window is closed.

Tottenham Hotspur, nicknamed the "Lilywhites," will face Milton Keynes Dons in a preseason friendly, and manager De Zerbi has expressed his excitement about the team's future, stating that the transfer work is not yet over.

In the 2025/26 Premier League season, Tottenham Hotspur struggled to find a stable rhythm and faced relegation, but ultimately fought hard at a crucial moment and successfully stayed in the Premier League as the 17th-placed team.

Tottenham Hotspur manager De Zerbi said, "We are working in the right direction, so I feel very good. We are building a great team, bringing in some very high-profile new players, and this means the club is starting a new chapter in its history."

"Before officially joining in April, I spent a lot of time learning about the club. I am very clear about the club owner's philosophy and the team's development plan. Before the game against Everton, everything was very clear. We are truly committed to the project, and everyone is looking forward to building a strong team. Our transfer work is not over yet; there is still work to be done, whether it is bringing in new players or letting players leave."

De Zerbi emphasized, "I want to build the soul of the team, a new team that not only has strength, but also fighting spirit, passion and the values we uphold."

"Of course, Tonali, Matus Fernandez, Seneca, Robertson, and Van Heck are all exceptionally talented individuals. But more importantly, they are all people of excellent character and good manners."

Reflecting on last season's challenges, De Zerbi said, "We were able to achieve our goals last season because of the character and the right spirit the team showed. Now we need to further improve our playing style, our quality of play, and our overall organization."

"Now we have plenty of time, and everything is on track. We can work in the right way to keep the team's ability improving and progressing."

Regarding future goals, De Zerbi said, "I think Tottenham should compete for a higher ranking in the Premier League. I know very well how competitive the Premier League is, but if the players have enough fighting spirit and good management both on and off the field, I believe that as long as they continue to do their job well, they will eventually achieve their goals."

“Since I joined this team, the fans have given me a lot of support and love. It is a proud thing to be the manager of Tottenham Hotspur. I am also well aware of the responsibilities I bear. I hope to bring ideal results, make the fans proud, and hope that when we are on the pitch, they can be proud of this team.”

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