{"id":1490,"date":"2026-04-01T18:36:10","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T18:36:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportings.com.ng\/?p=1490"},"modified":"2026-04-01T18:36:10","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T18:36:10","slug":"is-de-zerbi-to-tottenham-a-major-blow-or-boost-for-arsenal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportings.com.ng\/?p=1490","title":{"rendered":"Is De Zerbi to Tottenham a major blow or boost for Arsenal?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"content-main\">\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!--post-header--><\/p>\n<div id=\"post-feat-img\" class=\"left relative\" itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" class=\"attachment- size- wp-post-image ewww_webp_lazy_load\" alt=\"Arsenal FC\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-136.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-136-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-136-768x432.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-136.jpg\" src-webp=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-136.jpg.webp\" srcset-webp=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-136.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-136-600x338.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-136-768x432.jpg.webp 768w\"\/><img width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-136.jpg\" class=\"attachment- size- wp-post-image\" alt=\"Arsenal FC\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-136.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-136-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-136-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-136.jpg\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"width\" content=\"1200\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"height\" content=\"675\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!--post-feat-text-->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p><!--post-feat-img--><\/p>\n<section class=\"social-sharing-top\">\n<p><span class=\"fb-but1\"><i class=\"fa-brands fa-facebook-f\"\/><\/span><span class=\"social-text\">Share<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" onclick=\"window.open('http:\/\/twitter.com\/share?text=Is De Zerbi to Tottenham a major blow or boost for Arsenal? -&amp;url=https:\/\/sixsports.in\/is-de-zerbi-to-tottenham-a-major-blow-or-boost-for-arsenal\/', 'twitterShare', 'width=626,height=436'); return false;\" title=\"Share This Post\"><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"twitter-but1\"><i class=\"fa-brands fa-x-twitter\"\/><\/span><span class=\"social-text\">Share<\/span><\/p>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"whatsapp-but1\"><i class=\"fa-brands fa-whatsapp fa-2\"\/><\/span><span class=\"social-text\">Share<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"pinterest-but1\"><i class=\"fa-brands fa-pinterest-p\"\/><\/span><span class=\"social-text\">Share<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"email-but\"><i class=\"fa fa-envelope fa-2\"\/><\/span><span class=\"social-text\">Email<\/span><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<p><!--social-sharing-top--><\/p>\n<div class=\"sx-entity-card\">\n<div class=\"sx-entity-top\">\n<div class=\"sx-entity-logo\">\n                <img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"345\" height=\"350\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"ARSENAL\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/arsenal_logo.avif\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"345\" height=\"350\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/arsenal_logo.avif\" alt=\"ARSENAL\"\/>\n            <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"sx-entity-description\">\n<p>            Arsenal is one of England\u2019s most prestigious football clubs, competing in the Premier League and European competitions like the UEFA Champions League. Known for its attacking style, rich history, and passionate fanbase, Arsenal has won numerous league titles and domestic\u2026            <a class=\"sx-entity-readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/team\/arsenal\/\"><br \/>\n                Read More about ARSENAL\n        <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Now that Roberto De Zerbi is at Tottenham, things will also have an impact at Arsenal. Though he\u2019s brought in to help Tottenham find success. But what happens next might also impact their rivals, Arsenal. With him in charge, old patterns start feeling different. The weight of each match grows without saying it out loud.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-de-zerbi-at-tottenham-can-become-a-problem-for-arsenal\">De Zerbi at Tottenham can become a problem for Arsenal<\/h2>\n<p>Arsenal fans might laugh at Tottenham\u2019s latest coaching problems in the <strong>Premier League<\/strong>. Yet underneath, there are some real questions for <strong>Arsenal<\/strong> now as De Zerbi has arrived. While  rival drama brings smiles, dismissing De Zerbi would be careless. <\/p>\n<p>Few managers shape squads so sharply these days. His sides push high, think fast and move quicker with the ball. His teams move with structure without hesitation.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" alt=\"Arsenal FC\" class=\"wp-image-188156 ewww_webp_lazy_load\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-101.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-101-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-101-768x432.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-101.jpg\" src-webp=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-101.jpg.webp\" srcset-webp=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-101.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-101-600x338.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-101-768x432.jpg.webp 768w\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-101.jpg\" alt=\"Arsenal FC\" class=\"wp-image-188156\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-101.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-101-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sixsports.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Arsenal-FC-101-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>Games flow under their rhythm when he\u2019s in charge. This move from Tottenham is not just filling gaps. In this case, it is about bringing someone with a structure, stubborn with play style and hard to ignore. Thus, also aiming for stability at the top. Right now, intensity arrives at Tottenham whether anyone likes it or not.<\/p>\n<p>What happens next means a lot at Arsenal. As Mikel Arteta has worked hard shaping a side focused on winning through dominance and not just chance. When Tottenham start chasing the same kind of structured play under De Zerbi, their clashes might regain sharpness, feel sharper again. <\/p>\n<p>Though they lack the unity and plans that Arsenal have built over time. However, Spurs could build that fast if the support arrives where it counts. A coach like De Zerbi brings speed to change when he is given room to act.<\/p>\n<p>Fresh leadership brings a new energy to the team. If De Zerbi can bring the belief back to the team, Arsenal can face tough fight against their rivals. However, if that does not happen it will start new talks among people about Tottenham\u2019s future.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-arsenal-can-benefit-by-the-noise-around-tottenham\">Arsenal can benefit by the noise around Tottenham<\/h2>\n<p>Still, Arsenal might see some comfort in how things stand overall. Not because everything is perfect, but because their rivals are not at a good point. Tottenham\u2019s new manager is not coming in a balanced team. He has joined a team that is broken and needs rebuilding. <\/p>\n<p>The club faces heavy strain, doubts about players fitness, tight finances, and whether an aggressive approach can change their problems.<\/p>\n<p>From the outside it feels like a deep squad repair needs to be done at Tottenham. Thus, putting their project behind than Arsenal\u2019s successful project. Also, Arsenal might actually benefit from this. When things line up, De Zerbi shows real flow. <\/p>\n<p>Yet his approach to the game sometimes turns out unpredictably. His system depends on defenders who think fast, midfielders unshaken by tight moments.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, Arsenal move with clearer rhythm under Arteta. Stability like that tilts the balance when Spurs face chaos while rebuilding. Noise remains around the hiring. Some fans have pushed back as they are upset by De Zerbi\u2019s past remarks on Mason Greenwood.<\/p>\n<p>Unity helps a fresh start particularly under heavy expectations. Yet here, Tottenham start a new project amidst curiosity, hesitation and distractions beyond the pitch. As a result, Arsenal may sense an opening that they can use to move even further ahead of Tottenham.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-author-s-opinion\">Author\u2019s Opinion<\/h2>\n<p>Roberto De Zerbi has arrived at Tottenham. Thus, sparking new talks about his impact at Tottenham and how it might change things at Arsenal. In this case, the opinions are divided where some support this move as they feel De Zerbi is the right man for the job. On the other hand, some remain unhappy because of his past remarks about Mason Greenwood.<\/p>\n<p>However, it will be interesting to see, What does De Zerbi plan at Spurs and how will it affect the Gunners?<\/p>\n<div class=\"preferred-source-box\" style=\"margin-top:40px;padding:25px;background: #1865b4;border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:8px;text-align:center;\">\n<h2 style=\"font-size:24px;margin-bottom:10px;color:#fff;\">ENJOYED THIS STORY?<\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-size:16px;margin-bottom:20px;color:#fff;\">\n<p>                    Add Six Sports as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reporting\n                <\/p>\n<p>                    <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Add as a preferred source on Google\" style=\"max-width:260px;height:auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goal.com\/img\/google-trusted-source\/google_preferred_source_badge_dark@2x.webp\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goal.com\/img\/google-trusted-source\/google_preferred_source_badge_dark@2x.webp\" alt=\"Add as a preferred source on Google\" style=\"max-width:260px;height:auto;\"\/><\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"fe-author-box\" itemprop=\"author\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\">\n<div class=\"fe-author-avatar\">\n        <img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/cadf56d9862134562914d260c59ebd39ca738c47824352486de975028565aa1d?s=200&amp;d=mm&amp;r=g 2x\" class=\"avatar avatar-100 photo\" height=\"100\" width=\"100\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/cadf56d9862134562914d260c59ebd39ca738c47824352486de975028565aa1d?s=100&amp;d=mm&amp;r=g\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/cadf56d9862134562914d260c59ebd39ca738c47824352486de975028565aa1d?s=100&amp;d=mm&amp;r=g\" srcset=\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/cadf56d9862134562914d260c59ebd39ca738c47824352486de975028565aa1d?s=200&amp;d=mm&amp;r=g 2x\" class=\"avatar avatar-100 photo\" height=\"100\" width=\"100\" decoding=\"async\"\/>    <\/div>\n<div class=\"fe-author-content\">\n<h2 class=\"fe-author-name\" itemprop=\"name\">\n<p>                Piyush Wankhede<br \/>\n        <\/h2>\n<p class=\"fe-author-bio\" itemprop=\"description\">\n<p>                Piyush Wankhede is a Junior Football Writer at Six Sports, contributing articles focused on football news, match developments, and player performances. 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