- Tottenham have climbed out of the Premier League relegation zone following two consecutive victories against Wolves and Aston Villa, offering renewed hope for their top-flight status.
- Midfielder Conor Gallagher has lauded new manager Roberto De Zerbi's "personal touch" and one-to-one approach, crediting it for igniting the club's survival bid.
- Gallagher, who scored his first goal for Spurs in Sunday’s 2-1 win at Villa Park, revealed De Zerbi's specific encouragement, which reminded him of his past peak form at Chelsea.
- De Zerbi's management style has focused on individual meetings and chats to restore belief and confidence among players, a strategy Gallagher says has made a significant difference for him and other players in the team.
- Beyond individual attention, De Zerbi's impact has fostered greater team cohesion and a shared understanding of tactics, though Gallagher cautioned that there is still much work ahead for the team.
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