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Roberto De Zerbi hints three Tottenham players may be fatigued from international duty

Roberto De Zerbi remains confident that Tottenham’s goal‑scoring fortunes will improve, provided they continue to create chances consistently. Tottenham Hotspur’s struggles this season have not…

By Rae Nkwocha · Spurs web

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 4:30 PM

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Roberto De Zerbi indicated Robertson, Micky van de Ven, and Rodrigo Bentancur may face fatigue following international duty.
Bentancur's travel demands will factor into De Zerbi's upcoming starting lineup decisions.
Fourteen players remained at the club during the break to train, including Dominic Solanke and Mohammed Kudus.

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Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi has suggested that international fatigue may influence his starting lineup selection. De Zerbi highlighted the workload on Robertson, Micky van de Ven, and Rodrigo Bentancur, noting Bentancur's extensive travel after competing for his national side.

De Zerbi also expressed confidence that Tottenham will resolve their goal-scoring struggles this season. Despite Spurs sitting bottom of the Premier League with just two goals in five matches, the manager emphasized that his squad continues to create sufficient chances inside the penalty area.

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