{"id":49223,"date":"2026-06-26T04:37:15","date_gmt":"2026-06-26T08:37:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/06\/26\/de-zerbi-shifts-focus-to-attack-as-tottenham-manager-wary-of-versatile-pl-attacker\/"},"modified":"2026-06-26T04:37:15","modified_gmt":"2026-06-26T08:37:15","slug":"de-zerbi-shifts-focus-to-attack-as-tottenham-manager-wary-of-versatile-pl-attacker","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/06\/26\/de-zerbi-shifts-focus-to-attack-as-tottenham-manager-wary-of-versatile-pl-attacker\/","title":{"rendered":"De Zerbi shifts focus to attack as Tottenham manager wary of versatile PL attacker"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/06\/26\/de-zerbi-shifts-focus-to-attack-as-tottenham-manager-wary-of-versatile-pl-attacker\/#Tottenham_are_looking_for_a_forward_who_can_also_press\" >Tottenham are looking for a forward who can also press.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/06\/26\/de-zerbi-shifts-focus-to-attack-as-tottenham-manager-wary-of-versatile-pl-attacker\/#Decision_to_move_to_Man_City_could_be_key\" >Decision to move to Man City could be key<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div id=\"article-body\">\n<!-- Article Start --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Tottenham are reportedly eyeing Manchester City forward Omar Marmouche as Roberto De Zerbi looks to reshape his attack this summer.<br \/><\/strong><br \/>According to journalist Nicol\u00f2 Sylla, Spurs are interested in the Egyptian international and there are reports that he could consider his future at City if it becomes difficult to secure regular appearances.<\/p>\n<p>De Zerbi is a big fan of the player and says Tottenham could make a move within the next few days.<\/p>\n<div id=\"message-list_1779082922.637049\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" aria-labelledby=\"primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-sender primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-message_text primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-alt_text primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-date_time primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-reaction_count primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-reply_count primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-link_count primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-attachment_count primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-has_draft_reply primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-pinned_state primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-edited_state primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-later_state primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-broadcast_state primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-broadcast_thread_root_message primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-translated_state\" style=\"clear:left;\">\n<div>\n<div aria-roledescription=\"message\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div><b>Download the official CaughtOffSide app to get all the latest news and updates straight to your phone. above <\/b><b><u><span draggable=\"true\">apple<\/span><\/u><\/b><b>    &#038; <\/b><b><u><span draggable=\"true\">Google play<\/span><\/u><\/b><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>This is a deal that&#8217;s not even close to being done, and it&#8217;s still one to watch.<\/p>\n<p>Tottenham&#8217;s manager has shown ambition in this summer&#8217;s transfer window. The north London club are also eyeing moves for players such as Matheus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tottenham_are_looking_for_a_forward_who_can_also_press\"><\/span>Tottenham are looking for a forward who can also press.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It makes sense that Tottenham would be interested. De Zerbi prefers forwards who can press and combine quickly to get across the front line. Marmouche fits that profile well.<\/p>\n<p>He&#8217;s not just a traditional striker. He can play centrally and drift wide to attack space, giving Spurs more flexibility in the final third.<\/p>\n<p>After an inconsistent attacking season, Tottenham need more pace, movement and competition up front.<\/p>\n<p>This move could be perfect for everyone involved, as Marmouche is looking for playing time.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Decision_to_move_to_Man_City_could_be_key\"><\/span>Decision to move to Man City could be key<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>City acquired Marmouche from Eintracht Frankfurt in January 2025 in a deal worth around 70 million euros plus add-ons.<\/p>\n<p>He arrived on a high note after an impressive spell in Germany, but competition at City is always fierce.<\/p>\n<p>His departure will likely depend on both his playing time and City&#8217;s desire to sell him.<\/p>\n<p>Marmouche would be an exciting signing for Tottenham. His speed, versatility and direct style suit De Zerbi&#8217;s football well and he could become a key weapon in the attack if given more responsibility.<\/p>\n<p>However, Spurs need to be careful. City paid him a lot of money, so this won&#8217;t come cheap.<\/p>\n<p>If Tottenham can craft a smart deal, it&#8217;s worth considering. If City demand a huge transfer fee, Spurs may be better off looking elsewhere.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Bergvall has several options, but Tottenham&#8217;s rivals are the clear favorites to sign him<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><!-- Article End -->\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tottenham are reportedly eyeing Manchester City forward Omar Marmouche as Roberto De Zerbi looks to reshape his attack this summer.According to journalist Nicol\u00f2 Sylla, Spurs are interested in the Egyptian international and there are reports that he could consider his future at City if it becomes difficult to secure regular appearances. 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