Tottenham fans object to De Zerbi as new coach after Greenwood comments
Supporters of Tottenham Hotspur are voicing strong opposition to the potential appointment of Roberto De Zerbi as the club’s head coach. The backlash centers on De Zerbi’s previous public support for striker Mason Greenwood, who joined Marseille in July 2024. Several fan groups have raised concerns that hiring De Zerbi could undermine the club’s values. The club is now under pressure to reconsider its decision amid growing discontent.
Match highlights
- The Tottenham Hotspur Supporters’ Trust held an emergency meeting on Monday and told the club it could not endorse De Zerbi’s appointment.
- Alli Speechly, co-founder of Women of the Lane, criticized De Zerbi for backing Greenwood, stating she would stop attending matches if he is hired.
- De Zerbi defended Greenwood in November, after charges against the striker were dropped in 2023.
- Fan groups, including Women of the Lane, Proud Lillywhites, and SpursREACH, warned that the appointment could undermine the club’s values.
- The backlash is reminiscent of Tottenham’s 2021 managerial controversy involving Gennaro Gattuso.
