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Rare relegation clause in Roberto De Zerbi contract explained as Tottenham face drop threat – report

Tottenham’s decision to appoint Roberto De Zerbi as their new head coach has come with a rare and stringent financial safeguard: a “relegation clause” that would see the Italian’s wages slashed if the club fails to avoid the drop.

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Roberto De Zerbi wants World Cup-winning defender to join him at Tottenham

New Tottenham Hotspur head coach Roberto De Zerbi is already making bold moves behind the scenes, with reports claiming he has offered Alessandro Nesta the role of assistant manager.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Caught Offside / March 31

Tottenham supporters’ trust share explosive reaction to 'concerning' De Zerbi appointment

Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed the appointment of Roberto De Zerbi as the club’s new manager. The 46-year-old Italian manager has signed a long-term contract with the London club and has been entrusted with the responsibility of helping them bounce back strongly and secure safety in the Premier League.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Caught Offside / March 30

Sherwood tells Tottenham to appoint ‘stubborn’ manager he calls ‘perfect’ for Spurs

Former Tottenham manager Tim Sherwood has officially backed the club to appoint Roberto De Zerbi, labeling the Italian as the “perfect” candidate to lead the Lilywhites’ long-term rebuilding project.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Field Level Media / March 30

Mauricio Pochettino 'open' to coaching USMNT post-World Cup

Mauricio Pochettino said Monday his time as the head coach of the U.S. men's national team may not be over after this year's World Cup. "Who knows what is going to happen," Pochettino told reporters as the USMNT prepared for Tuesday's friendly against Portugal at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Caught Offside / March 30

'Who knows what is going to happen' – Mauricio Pochettino makes intriguing Tottenham admission

Mauricio Pochettino has confirmed that Tottenham has not approached him regarding a sensational return to the club, but the former Spurs boss notably refused to rule out a move back to North London in the future.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Caught Offside / March 30

Tottenham ready to seal blockbuster move after target makes U-turn

Tottenham Hotspur are now closing in on Roberto De Zerbi as the next manager. Igor Tudor has been shown the door, and Tottenham are looking at a quality replacement.

Roberto De Zerbi News / Caught Offside / March 30

From Italy: Surprise new update in Roberto De Zerbi to Tottenham saga

Former Brighton and Marseille manager Roberto De Zerbi may now be open to taking over as Tottenham manager straight away. The Italian tactician is out of work at the moment after leaving Marseille earlier this season, and has long been regarded as one of the top coaches in the game.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Caught Offside / March 30

Tottenham considering hiring attack-minded coach with glittering CV

Tottenham are reportedly considering hiring a manager with a completely different tactical approach in the form of Xavi Hernandez. Spurs have just parted ways with Igor Tudor after a disastrous spell as interim manager, which ended up lasting just 44 days.

Igor Tudor News / Caught Offside / March 29

Current Tottenham player emerges as surprise option to replace Igor Tudor

Tottenham defender Ben Davies has emerged as a serious option to take over as interim player-manager. Following Spurs’ second managerial sacking of the season, The Telegraph reports that the Spurs hierarchy is considering the veteran Welshman as part of a seven-man shortlist to lead the club through its relegation battle.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Caught Offside / March 29

Tottenham legend officially lands managerial job after admitting he would love to manage Spurs

Tottenham legend Jermain Defoe has been officially named the new manager of National League side Woking Football Club. The appointment, confirmed by the club, marks Defoe’s first permanent step into senior management after building his coaching credentials within the Tottenham academy and serving as a player-coach at Rangers under Steven Gerrard.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Caught Offside / March 29

'Tottenham are going really strong for him': Fabrizio Romano drops big Spurs managerial update

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Tottenham are pushing hard to convince Roberto De Zerbi to become their next permanent manager. Following the official departure of Igor Tudor, Spurs are reportedly working around the clock to land the Italian tactician, who has been the club’s “dream target” since he left Marseille in February.

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Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Extratime Talk / March 30

Why The Toxic Chelsea Managerial Job Could Scare World-Class Managers

The Chelsea managerial job is not an easy one, and even though Liam Rosenior’s sack talks have been squashed for now, even if they were to part ways with him, there remains a strong possibility that several top-level coaches would steer clear of the club.

Soccer News / The 4th Official / March 24

Troy Deeney Explains Why Chelsea Would Love To Have This Everton Veteran: Is His Consistency Worth Praise?

BBC Sport pundit Troy Deeney selected James Tarkowski for his Premier League Team of the Week. This follows Everton’s dominant 3-0 win over Chelsea at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Saturday, 21 March 2026.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / March 24

Four Best-Performing Premier League Strikers This Season

The competition among Premier League strikers has been intense this term. On the flip side, several strikers have impressed over the course of the 2025/26 season.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Essential Football / March 24

5 Most Impactful Injuries in the Premier League This Season

Injuries in football can be a real wildcard. They can destroy a team’s entire campaign in one fell swoop – and they certainly aren’t uncommon in the Premier League.

Soccer News / The 4th Official / March 21

Szoboszlai Gets 7, Frimpong With 6 | Liverpool Players Rated In Disappointing Loss Vs Brighton

Liverpool clashed heads with Brighton and Hove Albion at the American Express Community Stadium earlier today as they hoped to secure a good result on the road in the Premier League.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / March 21

Everton vs. Chelsea Lineups, Injuries, Predictions, Head-to-Head Stats, Live Streaming & Results

Everton hosts Chelsea at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Saturday, March 21, at 1 p.m. ET in a Premier League match on Matchday 31. The Toffees are currently eighth in the league standings with 43 points from 30 games, with a record of 12 wins, seven draws and 11 losses.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Last Word On Sports / March 21

Liam Rosenior Outlines Levi Colwill Return Hopes

Chelsea’s 2025/26 season has flattered to deceive at many points, with growing frustration among the fans aimed at the club’s owners, BlueCo. Liam Rosenior’s team are still in the FA Cup, and remain in the hunt to qualify for next season’s Champions League.

Soccer News / Essential Football / March 19

Predicted Netherlands World Cup XI

The Netherlands are one of the World Cup’s eternal bridesmaids. Despite being one of the most famous footballing nations on the planet, the Dutch have never won a World Cup trophy.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Outlook India / March 17

Chelsea Vs PSG LIVE Score, LIVE Score, Champions League RO16: Les Parisens In Hot Seat As Blues Eye Turnaround

Liam Rosenior said in his pre-match news conference: "We can't make mistakes. "We have to remember PSG are European champions for a reason, but we know we can compete." Chelsea XI: Sanchez, Chalobah, Sarr, Hato, Cucurella, Caicedo, Andrey Santos; Palmer, Fernandez, Neto, Joao Pedro.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / HITC / March 17

Neymar reacts to Brazil snub but keeps World Cup dream alive

Neymar has broken his silence after a major setback, but his message makes one thing clear, the World Cup remains firmly in sight. Brazil’s squad announcement on Monday, ahead of clashes with France and Croatia, left out the former PSG star.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / March 16

Scotland Coach Addresses Bold Pre-2026 World Cup Decision

Scotland will fine-tune preparations for the 2026 World Cup with two friendlies later this month, hosting Japan at Hampden Park on March 28 before facing the Ivory Coast at Everton’s Hill Dickinson Stadium on March 31.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Sunderland on SI / March 13

Sunderland Are Close to Finalizing the Sale of a Striker to Ligue 1 for €17M

An important sale has been confirmed for Sunderland, as they look to invest in the next season to reinforce their squad, with one of their young prospects having departed to Ligue 1 permanently.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Last Word On Sports / March 13

Estevao Injury Status vs Newcastle Confirmed

After a crushing 5-2 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in midweek, Chelsea face a tough Premier League fixture at the weekend when they’ll take on a hell-for-leather Newcastle United team.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / HITC / March 8

Rivalry reloaded: Chelsea and PSG collide in Champions League showdown

Chelsea face a familiar opponent in the Champions League round of 16 when they travel to Paris for the first leg against PSG on Wednesday. The Blues last met PSG in the Club World Cup final last summer, where they came out on top with a 3-0 win, showing they’re more than capable of handling Luis Enrique’s team.