Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationGiveMeSportUnverified source· 20 Sept 2026
De Zerbi's Tottenham regret: missing out on Palhinha
De Zerbi is reportedly living a Tottenham nightmare, and his summer transfer calls are under scrutiny.
R. De Zerbi
coach
Manager
Roberto De Zerbi
Club
Tottenham
Missed target
Joao Palhinha
Window
Summer
What happened. Roberto De Zerbi reportedly sees not signing Joao Palhinha as his biggest Tottenham mistake, made while chasing big-name summer signings.
- De Zerbi's summer strategy focused on big-name additions instead of Palhinha.
- Spurs finally scored their first Premier League goal of the season on Saturday.
Pressure is building on De Zerbi as Tottenham's slow start continues.
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