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Edward Elliot and Will Castle

Defoe hails De Zerbi’s ‘unbelievable CV’ as he shuts down Spurs links

De Zerbi Jermain Defoe Tottenham Roberto De Zerbi Woking
  • Jermain Defoe has taken on his first permanent managerial role, taking charge of National League side Woking.
  • Defoe dismissed speculation that he was in contention for the vacant managerial position at Tottenham, his former club.
  • Tottenham have appointed Roberto De Zerbi, previously of Brighton and Marseille, as their third manager of a difficult season.
  • De Zerbi's appointment follows the sacking of Igor Tudor, with Tottenham currently sitting just one point above the Premier League relegation zone.
  • Defoe backed De Zerbi to keep Tottenham in the top flight, praising his 'unbelievable CV' and attractive style of football.

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New Woking boss Jermain Defoe shuts down Tottenham links after Roberto De Zerbi appointment

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