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Roberto De Zerbi has reportedly changed his mind about waiting until summer and could replace Igor Tudor at Tottenham before the end of the season
Mason Greenwood has previously described Tottenham Hotspur-linked Roberto De Zerbi as "a mastermind of the game." The former Manchester United striker made those remarks in December last year while playing under the Italian head coach at Marseille.
De Zerbi has been continually linked with the managerial vacancy at Spurs, though he had previously indicated he did not intend to return to management until the summer.
Nevertheless, reports on Wednesday suggested that the Italian has reconsidered his stance on Spurs and would be willing to accept the role this season should it become available.
Marseille striker Greenwood heaped praise on De Zerbi during an interview with French publication Telefoot late last year.
The 24-year-old said: "He's a mastermind of the game, with his ideas. He has helped me understand football a lot more. Since I arrived, he has helped me on a daily basis to help me get better."
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Spurs are embroiled in a relegation battle and face the real prospect of competing in the Championship next season following a calamitous Premier League campaign under Thomas Frank and current interim manager Igor Tudor.
Tottenham occupy 17th place in the top-flight standings - merely a point above third-from-bottom West Ham United with seven fixtures remaining.
Tudor's appointment has done little to reverse Spurs' fortunes, with last Sunday's abject 3-0 loss to relegation rivals Nottingham Forest marking a fresh low point for the Lily Whites.
It has prompted suggestions that Tottenham could be seeking another managerial change, with former Brighton and Marseille manager De Zerbi amongst the candidates being mentioned.
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According to i, De Zerbi would be prepared to 'get his hands dirty' and accept the Tottenham role if approached. The report suggests that Spurs are seriously considering replacing Tudor before the season concludes.
It's also suggested that De Zerbi, currently without a club, would be open to taking on the challenge of rescuing Tottenham from relegation.
Tudor is currently dealing with the loss of his father, and Tottenham will be conscious of affording him necessary time and space.
The Lilywhites aren't scheduled to play again until after the March international break, with an away fixture against Sunderland set for April 12 (2pm GMT). They then face another crucial match six days later at home to Brighton.
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