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www.usnews.comHere’s the latest overview of teams coached by Roberto De Zerbi and his current role as of April 2026.
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Tottenham Hotspur (England) – De Zerbi was appointed as head coach in early 2026, taking over during a difficult spell and tasked with stabilizing the club and rebuilding for the longer term. He signed a multi-year contract and stated his commitment to a long-term project with Spurs. His arrival marked Spurs’ third managerial appointment of the season, following short stints prior to his tenure.[3][4]
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Previous notable clubs (for context of his coaching journey) – De Zerbi is known for his attacking, possession-based style developed at Sassuolo in Serie A, followed by a stint at Shakhtar Donetsk where he achieved cup success and league leadership before the disruptions in Ukraine. His early career included coaching roles at Benevento and Palermo before rising to prominence in Italy.[1][7]
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Other continuing links (for context) – While Spurs is his current team, frequent media coverage links him to opportunities at other top clubs, reflecting ongoing interest from clubs in England’s top flight and beyond, though no other appointment has been confirmed after Spurs.[5][9]
Illustration: A simple snapshot of De Zerbi’s career path
- Early coaching: Benevento, Palermo
- Breakthrough in Italy: Sassuolo (series of top-10 finishes)
- Ukraine: Shakhtar Donetsk (cup success, league leaders)
- England: Tottenham Hotspur (head coach since 2026)
If you’d like, I can pull a concise timeline with dates of each appointment and major achievements, or summarize recent press conference quotes from his time at Spurs. Note: I can provide direct quotes or paraphrases with source citations if you want.