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5 Tottenham players whose margin for error has already vanished heading into the international break

A look at the five Totteham players with the finest marging as they look to improve their poor performances after the break.

Published: Friday, 25 September 2026 at 3:04 PM
5 Tottenham players whose margin for error has already vanished heading into the international break
Key Things to Know
  • Tottenham entered the international break bottom of the Premier League after five matches.
  • Spurs spent over £300 million during the summer transfer window under head coach Roberto De Zerbi.
  • Midfielder Sandro Tonali was signed for up to £100 million but has struggled to impact games.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Tottenham Hotspur entered the international break at the bottom of the Premier League table after five matches, despite spending over £300 million during the summer transfer window. Head coach Roberto De Zerbi is currently retaining the club's backing, but pressure is mounting on several struggling squad members to significantly improve their performances.

Midfielder Sandro Tonali, who arrived for a fee of up to £100 million, has struggled to make an impact or adapt as expected. Additionally, forward Omar Marmoush has underperformed in attack, averaging 2.8 unsuccessful touches per game while failing to stretch opposition defenses.

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