Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi is facing intense pressure following a difficult start to the season, with former midfielder Jamie O’Hara warning that the manager could be “gone” if the team loses its first two games after the international break.

Although De Zerbi was heavily backed in the summer transfer window with over £300 million spent on signings after successfully steering the club away from relegation last season, Spurs have struggled significantly in the new campaign. They currently sit at the bottom of the Premier League with just two points from their first five matches and have already been eliminated from the Carabao Cup.

As speculation grows over his future, potential replacements are being discussed. Pundit Danny Murphy has predicted a return to the Premier League for former Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino, with journalist Darren Lewis stating that Tottenham should make a “smart” appointment by bringing him back. Additionally, former Spurs scout Bryan King has suggested that recently available Eddie Howe could be a strong alternative candidate for the role.