1. De Zerbi Urges Bergvall to Stay
Roberto De Zerbi has made it clear that he wants Lucas Bergvall to remain at Tottenham Hotspur F.C., despite growing speculation over the midfielder’s future. The 20-year-old Swedish international has reportedly attracted interest from Premier League clubs Newcastle United F.C. and Nottingham Forest F.C., while reports suggest Bergvall has informed Spurs of his desire to leave.
2. No Guaranteed Place in the Starting XI
De Zerbi emphasized that although he rates Bergvall highly, he cannot promise him a regular starting role. The Tottenham manager said no player, regardless of reputation, can be guaranteed a place in the first XI. He believes competition for places is essential for a club aiming to compete at the highest level throughout a demanding season.
3. Midfield Competition Has Increased
Bergvall reportedly prefers playing in a deeper central midfield role, but his chances have become more challenging following Tottenham’s major summer recruitment. Club-record signings Matheus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali have strengthened the midfield, creating fierce competition for starting positions.
4. Honest Approach From the Manager
De Zerbi explained that he prefers complete honesty with his players rather than making promises he cannot keep. While acknowledging Bergvall’s talent and potential, he said the young midfielder still has areas to improve, including adapting to the different responsibilities required in central midfield during both attacking and defensive phases.
5. Future Depends on the Player’s Decision
The Italian coach admitted that the final decision rests with Bergvall. If the midfielder still wishes to leave, Tottenham’s leadership, including CEO Vinai Venkatesham and sporting director Johan Lange, would need to negotiate a move that benefits both the player and the club.
6. Spurs Beat Sydney FC in Preseason
Despite the uncertainty surrounding Bergvall’s future, Tottenham defeated **Sydney FC> in a preseason friendly after a 4-2 penalty shootout victory following a 1-1 draw. Mathys Tel opened the scoring with a superb free-kick before Sydney equalized. Tottenham eventually secured the win with successful penalties from Tonali, debutant Andy Robertson, and **Dane Scarlett>.
7. Squad Rotation Remains a Priority
De Zerbi also explained that several senior players were rested as they continue building fitness ahead of the new season. He stressed that modern football requires a strong squad of more than 20 high-quality players to cope with injuries and fixture congestion. The manager believes Tottenham’s depth will be crucial as the club aims to compete consistently across all competitions.
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