Spurs sit bottom after £300m spending but De Zerbi stays calm

Tottenham Hotspur have sunk to the bottom of the Premier League after splashing more than £300m in summer signings, yet manager Roberto de Zerbi insists he is not angry. The club have yet to earn a point or score a goal this season, and fans have begun to leave matches early.

Spurs finished 17th in the Premier League in each of the last two seasons, securing survival only on the final day of the 2025‑26 campaign. The club then committed over £300m in summer signings, the highest expenditure of any team. Winger Savio arrived for £75m and celebrated his debut with a goal in a 5‑1 Carabao Cup victory over Charlton. Nevertheless, Tottenham have yet to earn a point or find the net in the league.

Early league setbacks

The first league test arrived at Brentford, where Spurs were thrashed 3‑0 last week. A second defeat followed shortly after, prompting thousands of fans to leave the ground before the final whistle. Both matches left the side still without a point or a goal, underscoring the severity of their start.

Spurs have now won only three of their past 23 home league games, a statistic that fuels supporter frustration. The early exodus of fans reflects growing discontent among the Tottenham faithful.

Key moments and injuries

De Zerbi later confirmed that Savio’s absence was due to what he described as "muscle fatigue". Striker Richarlison and midfielder James Maddison were also omitted from the squad, further limiting attacking options. Midfielder Marmoush struck a first‑half volley wide and later saw a shot comfortably saved by goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek.

Pedro Porro, deployed higher on the right wing, had a chance blocked by sliding Lewis Miley and another effort that tipped over the bar. Substitute Dominic Solanke flicked a header towards goal late on, only for Lewis Hall to clear the ball off the line.

In the subsequent clash with Newcastle, Spurs conceded both goals from shots on target, highlighting defensive frailties. De Zerbi will be worried by the volume of chances the side missed in that encounter.

Any pre‑season optimism has gone, leaving the club under pressure to justify its summer outlay. The manager insists he is not angry and remains confident the squad can turn the tide.