Tottenham are going through significant backroom changes as the club prepares for a relegation dogfight during the final stretch of the season. The Lilywhites have finally appointed a permanent successor to Thomas Frank, with Roberto De Zerbi arriving on a five-year deal earlier this week. The Italian tactician has instantly become the third-highest-paid manager in the Premier League, behind Pep Guardiola and Mikel Arteta.

It is important that De Zerbi understands the gravity of the situation at N17 as he looks to steady the ship at Hotspur Way. He is immediately tasked with helping the North Londoners avoid relegation from the Premier League this season. With only seven matches remaining, it is crucial that the former Brighton boss knows how to get the best out of his players as the campaign enters its decisive phase.

Not many fans would argue with the club’s decision to part ways with Igor Tudor earlier last week. The Croat had run out of ideas to guide the club out of the difficult situation it found itself in. It had become clear that the 47-year-old was not the right man for the job at N17, given that...