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The best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week. Become a Member in Seconds Unlock instant access to exclusive member features. You are now subscribed Your newsletter sign-up was successful Want to add more newsletters? Five times a week Four Four Two Daily Fantastic football content straight to your inbox! From the latest transfer news, quizzes, videos, features and interviews with the biggest names in the game, plus lots more. Once a week . .. And it’s LIVE! Sign up to our FREE live football newsletter, tracking all of the biggest games available to watch on the device of your choice. Never miss a kick-off! Join the club Get full access to premium articles, exclusive features and a growing list of member rewards. If Roberto De Zerbi had not already realised the magnitude of the task at hand, it certainly became clear after Saturday’s trip to the Stadium of Light. The new Tottenham Hotspur head coach saw his side slump to a 1-0 defeat against Sunderland, leaving them two points adrift in the Premier League relegation zone. To make matters worse, captain and key player Cristian Romero was forced off with a season-ending injury.

De Zerbi does have some ideas up his sleeve to rectify the situation, and not just tactical innovations. According to The Telegraph, the Italian has taken his squad out for a “lavish team-bonding meal” at a fancy restaurant. The Spurs players and staff were treated to dinner at the Bacchanalia restaurant in Mayfair on Wednesday night, where a main course can cost as much as £130. The meal was intended to “form a stronger bond” between the players and “ease the stress of their relegation battle”. The best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week. De Zerbi, who reportedly organised the night out himself, clearly believes Spurs’ mental fragility is a significant factor in their struggles this season. His approach is not a novel one, though. His predecessor, Igor Tudor, also took his players out for a meal shortly after he replaced Thomas Frank as interim manager. That clearly did not work for the Croatian, who lasted just 44 days and seven matches. Get VIP Tottenham Hotspur tickets HERE with Seat Unique! Tottenham Hotspur hospitality offers a diverse range of premium experiences, from vibrant social lounges to private boxes. Packages include premium padded seating in prime locations, exclusive lounge access pre- and post-match, gourmet dining, and a complimentary drinks package. Guests may also enjoy live entertainment and Spurs legend appearances. De Zerbi will hope his choice of restaurant adequately lifted spirits, with a game against his former club Brighton & Hove Albion to come on Saturday. Spurs then travel to bottom side Wolves, before facing Aston Villa, Leeds United, Chelsea and Everton in their final fixtures. By the end of that run of games, De Zerbi will know whether he is in charge of a Premier League club or a Championship club for next season.

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