Tottenham’s majority owner is “wholly committed” and ready to produce the investment required to “rebuild” the club.
Spurs narrowly avoided a first relegation since 1977 on Sunday after an emotionally-charged fanbase inspired Roberto De Zerbi’s team to a 1-0 home win over Everton.
Tottenham finished 17th, two points above West Ham, but it has been a disastrous Premier League campaign, with De Zerbi the third head coach of the season.
After Daniel Levy was invited to step down as chairman in September following a 24-year tenure, majority owner ENIC – run by the Lewis family – has frequently faced criticism.
Chief executive Vinai Venkatesham and sporting director Johan Lange have also felt the brunt of fan anger and the Tottenham Hotspur Supporters’ Trust urged this season to be viewed as a “very serious warning” to the board.
In an open letter to fans, non-executive chairman Peter Charrington promised to back the manager this summer and beyond.
“Roberto De Zerbi is signed as men’s head coach for five years, a reflection of our belief in his ability and our commitment to build back to where we need to be.
“He is passionate, committed and positive in everything he does, and represents the kind of football and ambition that Tottenham Hotspur should stand for.
“The Lewis family are wholly committed to this club and to this rebuild. They will provide the stability and investment needed at every level to move us forward, and they see that as a long-term responsibility, not a short-term fix.”
Tottenham aiming to complete four signings quickly
Spurs have already agreed deals for Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi, and the club have also approved a permanent move for Joao Palhinha, who has expressed his desire to stay put after a successful loan spell.
And there could be a fourth arrival in this early summer spree, with a report from Football365 claiming all parties have now given the green light for Manchester City winger Savinho to move to North London.
Spurs tried to sign the Brazilian last summer but were rejected after City failed to sign a replacement.
However, the 22 year-old started just seven Premier League and four Champions League games this season, despite Pep Guardiola labelling him ‘incredible‘.
And F365’s report claims all three parties are now happy to proceed with a move – Spurs are still interested, City are ready to cash in and Savinho is keen on the switch.
A fee still needs to be negotiated after bids reached £70m last summer, but whether City’s stance has softened given his lacklustre season remains to be seen.
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