Tottenham Hotspur sits at the bottom of the Premier League after two losses, despite a summer spending spree exceeding £300 million.
Key facts
- •Tottenham has lost both of its opening Premier League matches without scoring a goal.
- •The club spent over £300 million on new signings during the summer transfer window.
- •Newcastle secured a 2-0 victory at Tottenham's stadium with goals from Anthony Elanga and Yoane Wissa.
- •De Zerbi stated that he is seeking one additional player before the transfer window closes on Tuesday.
- •Tottenham has only achieved three home league wins in their last 23 matches.
Tottenham manager Roberto de Zerbi stated he is "not angry" and feels "no panic" following his team's 2-0 home defeat to Newcastle. The loss leaves Tottenham in 20th place in the Premier League after two matches, having failed to score a goal. Thousands of fans left the stadium early as the club struggles to find form despite significant summer investment.
By the numbers
Summer Spending and Performance
Tottenham invested more than £300 million in new players during the summer, including signings like Sandro Tonali for £100 million and Mateus Fernandes for £85 million. Despite these additions, the team has lost both opening league matches, including a 3-0 defeat at Brentford. Against Newcastle, Tottenham recorded 17 attempts on goal but failed to convert any, while the opposition scored with both of their shots on target.
Managerial Perspective on Challenges
De Zerbi, who was appointed in March, acknowledged the need for defensive improvement but described the result against Newcastle as unfair. He emphasized that the club's recent struggles are not a new development, noting that the team only avoided relegation on the final day of the previous season. De Zerbi stated that he is still looking for one more player before the transfer window closes and noted that players linked with departures, such as Kevin Danso, Pape Matar Sarr, and Richarlison, may leave if they bring an "economic solution" to the club.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by BBC Sport.
