Mathys Tel: Tottenham starlet primed to play huge role after Roberto De Zerbi transfer admission

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However, he has come back into the fold as a regular starter in recent weeks, and new boss Roberto De Zerbi has already dropped a huge hint that it is set to continue into his reign in the final weeks of the season. MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Roberto De Zerbi tried to sign Mathys Tel at MarseilleDe Zerbi is finally set to take charge of Tottenham’s relegation battle, after the club hierarchy worked hard to tempt him into taking the job immediately.

StatsTel TotalSquad RankApps (Starts)24 (9)N/AGoals per 900.32ndShots on Target per 900.7=2ndSuccessful Dribbles per 903=1stChances Created per 9021stTel’s 2025-26 Premier League stats ranked against Tottenham teammates.He will need brave and fearless players if he is to do that, and as a result, Tel is surely in line to start as part of his maiden team selection. De Zerbi suggested on Friday that he tried to sign the 20-year-old during his time in charge of Marseille, according to The Lilywhite Rose podcast, which is a clear indication that he is a big believer in the youngster’s ability.

Tel has shown with his recent performances that he is ready to be direct and take the game to the opposition, and De Zerbi will surely be keen to give him the confidence to play on the front foot.The youngster is still relatively raw and unpredictable in terms of his decision-making on the pitch, but his ability to commit defenders and make things happen looks set to give him a starring role in Spurs’ relegation battle.Tel’s future at Tottenham is clear if they stay upFootball Insider revealed back in January that Tottenham had no plans to let Tel leave during the mid-season window, either on a permanent or loan basis. He will want to be able to fully utilise Tel’s ability during his first full season in charge next term, and could even make him a regular starter in the wide areas.