Tottenham’s majority owner is “fully committed” and ready to make the necessary investment to “rebuild” the club.
Spurs narrowly avoided relegation for the first time since 1977 on Sunday as Roberto de Zerbi’s side won 1-0 at home to Everton on the back of an emotional crowd.
Tottenham finished 17th, two points ahead of West Ham, but with De Zerbi appointed as manager for the third time this season, it was a miserable season in the Premier League.
Majority shareholder ENIC, run by the Lewis family, has faced repeated criticism since Daniel Levy was asked to step down as chairman in September after a 24-year term.
Chief executive Vinay Venkatesham and sporting director Johan Lange have also faced the brunt of fan anger, with the Tottenham Hotspur Supporters Trust calling for this season to be seen as a “very serious warning” to the board.
In an open letter to fans, non-executive chairman Peter Charrington pledged to support the manager beyond this summer.
“Roberto de Zerbi has signed a five-year contract as men’s head coach, reflecting our confidence in his abilities and our determination to get us back to where we need to be.
“He is passionate, committed and upbeat and represents the kind of football and ambition that Tottenham Hotspur stands for.
“The Lewis family are fully committed to this club and this rebuild. They will provide the stability and investment we need at all levels to take us forward and we see it as a long-term commitment rather than a short-term solution.”
Tottenham aim to complete signing of four players as soon as possible
Spurs have already agreed deals with Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi, and the club have also approved the permanent transfer of Joao Parinha, who has announced his intention to stay after a successful loan spell.
And, according to a report from Football365, all parties have given the green light for Manchester City winger Sabinho to move to North London, potentially making him the fourth signing of this early summer’s tumult.
Spurs tried to sign the Brazilian last summer but were rejected after City failed to sign a replacement.
But the 22-year-old has only started seven Premier League games and four Champions League games this season, despite Pep Guardiola calling him “incredible”.
And F365 reports that all three parties are now happy to proceed with a move, with Spurs still interested, City ready to cash in and Sabinho keen on a move.
A transfer fee remains to be negotiated after last summer’s bid reached £70m, but it remains to be seen whether City’s attitude has softened in light of a lackluster season.
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