De Zerbi Favourite Faces Chop as Tottenham try to turn season around

De Zerbi Favourite Faces Chop as Tottenham head to Old Trafford to face Manchester United, hoping to turn a season that has left them rock‑bottom after seven matches. The Italian manager must decide which of his regulars stays, while fans are eager to see a shift in fortunes this season.

Spurs sit at the foot of the table

Tottenham sit bottom of the Premier League after seven games, having collected just two points from their opening five encounters. Manchester United sit slightly higher with five points, but both clubs are under pressure early in the campaign. Like many observers, I’m watching the points race closely, and the content surrounding this clash is already generating a lively thread online.

Midfield overhaul and player usage

De Zerbi has already used twenty‑three players this season, with seven featuring in every league match. Rodrigo Bentancur has started all four games since the 3‑0 Brentford loss, partnering £100 million man Sandro Tonali in a double pivot. Mateus Fernandes has also featured in every game, often sliding into the No 10 role, which shows the manager’s willingness to give the new signings a chance to show their quality.

Injuries and emerging options

James Maddison is slowly returning from injury, while Dejan Kulusevski has finally rejoined first‑team training and could make his long‑awaited return soon. De Zerbi has mentioned Mohammed Kudus and Omar Marmoush as viable options for the creative No 10 slot, adding depth as the squad logs more minutes back from the international break. Here, the manager hopes the added options will help him give the midfield a clearer identity.

Decisions ahead of the United clash

With only seven ever‑present players, De Zerbi may have to sacrifice one to accommodate the returning stars. The choice could see Bentancur dropped despite his ball‑carrying ability, or Fernandes shifted back alongside Tonali to cement a partnership. The outcome at Trafford will show whether the manager can turn the season around and give Tottenham the momentum they need.

Like many supporters, I’m keen to see how the line‑up will look on the day, and the club’s content team promises to show updates as the match approaches. Give the fans a reason to believe, and perhaps this fixture will mark the start of a brighter season for Tottenham.