Tottenham offer Roberto De Zerbi survival bonus in bid for quick appointment
Tottenham Hotspur are offering Roberto De Zerbi a lucrative Premier League survival bonus to convince the Italian to take charge immediately following Igor Tudor’s abrupt departure.
The former Brighton and Marseille manager is the primary candidate to take over in north London.
However, the 46-year-old reportedly prefers to wait until the summer before committing to a new role.
He wants to assess whether the struggling side will secure their top-flight status for another year before making a final decision.
Immediate appointment sought
Club officials have spent this week exploring ways to accelerate the hiring process to help steer the team away from the relegation zone.
A substantial sign-on fee has been proposed alongside the survival incentive to tempt the tactician back to English football.
Bruno Saltor is currently overseeing first-team training sessions while the hierarchy desperately searches for a permanent or short-term solution.
The dugout vacancy arose after Tudor left his position on Sunday, having spent just 44 days at the helm.
Alternative options considered
If a deal for the preferred candidate cannot be reached, several alternative names have been drafted onto a contingency shortlist.
Sean Dyche is among the heavily linked alternatives due to his vast experience in navigating brutal relegation battles.
The former Burnley and Everton boss would reportedly demand a longer-term contract to ensure financial security if he were to be dismissed at the end of the campaign.
Former club legends including Ryan Mason, Glenn Hoddle, and Harry Redknapp have also been discussed as potential interim caretakers to steady the ship.
Austrian coach Adi Hutter is another manager being evaluated by the board as they seek immediate stability.
