Roberto de Zerbi Aims to Mirror Ange Postecoglou’s Tottenham Style

Roberto de Zerbi has told players he wants Tottenham to revive the high-risk, high-reward football seen under the previous manager. He wants more possession and aggressive pressing. The comments came amid concern over the club’s recent instability.

Postecoglou’s two-season imprint

Ange Postecoglou led Spurs for two seasons. The first campaign ended with a fifth-place finish.

The second season produced a dramatic drop to 17th in the league. Yet Tottenham claimed the 2025 Europa League. That was the club’s first trophy in 17 years.

Postecoglou’s approach, nicknamed “Angeball”, divided opinion. The side lost 22 league games in his final season.

Managerial turnover since the Europa win

• Postecoglou was dismissed despite the Europa League triumph.
• Thomas Frank succeeded him and lasted about eight months.
• Igor Tudor served as interim boss for 44 days. He recorded one win from seven games.

De Zerbi’s tactical aims

De Zerbi is known for expansive football from his time at Brighton. He has publicly referenced the style he saw under Postecoglou.

He said, “I want to keep the ball.” He added he wanted to see again the Tottenham he watched previously.

He specifically mentioned Pedro Porro, Destiny Udogie, Micky van de Ven, and Cristian Romero. He praised the group’s quality and attacking intent.

Roberto de Zerbi aims to mirror Postecoglou’s Tottenham style while blending his own tactical ideas.

Facing his predecessor

De Zerbi met Postecoglou on the touchline during his Brighton spell. That experience shaped his view of Tottenham’s squad.

Contract and context

The manager is reportedly earning £12 million per year. Sources told Filmogaz.com he may receive a survival bonus if Spurs avoid relegation.

De Zerbi denied financial motives. He said, “Money never changed my focus on my work.” He pointed to past choices where he declined higher pay.

He stressed a longer-term vision. The immediate emphasis remains the seven remaining fixtures to secure Premier League status.

The new manager faces a clear task. He must steady results while restoring an attacking identity at Tottenham. Supporters will watch the coming weeks closely. Filmogaz.com will monitor developments.