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He Wants The Job: Why Kieran McKenna Would be Tottenham’s Next Pochettino

The pressure is mounting on Roberto De Zerbi at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

Published: Wednesday, 23 September 2026 at 7:15 PM
He Wants The Job: Why Kieran McKenna Would be Tottenham’s Next Pochettino
Key Things to Know
  • Tottenham sit bottom of the Premier League with two points from their first five matches.
  • A 3-2 home defeat to Aston Villa has left manager Roberto De Zerbi facing mounting pressure.
  • Tottenham spent over £300 million on ten signings during a significant summer squad overhaul.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Tottenham Hotspur chiefs may soon face a decision regarding manager Roberto De Zerbi following a poor start to the Premier League season. Tottenham currently sit bottom of the table with only two points from their first five top-flight matches, alongside an EFL Cup exit against Liverpool. A recent 3-2 home defeat against Aston Villa has intensified scrutiny ahead of an October 10 match against Michael Carrick's Manchester United.

Despite Tottenham spending over £300 million on ten new players during the summer, De Zerbi has secured only four wins in 14 matches, posting a 28.57 percent win rate. Former Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna has reportedly emerged as a potential managerial option should Tottenham decide to replace De Zerbi.

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