‘Improve the relationships’ – De Zerbi reveals how Marbella boosted Tottenham

Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi has credited a warm-weather training trip to Marbella and an honest team meeting for revitalizing his squad's form. Spurs endured a difficult start to the 2026/27 season after going winless across their first six Premier League fixtures. Following a 1-1 draw with Manchester United, Tottenham traveled to Spain to focus on squad bonding and improving player relationships.

The reset helped spur a recent turnaround in form, which included a 3-1 win over Coventry City and a 2-0 away victory against Chelsea. De Zerbi highlighted that candid discussions during an extensive team meeting played a crucial role in shifting the club's mentality and sparking their recovery.