Fernandes Names De Zerbi as a Key Factor in His Decision to Join Spurs


Tottenham's new signing, Mateus Fernandes, stated that head coach Roberto de Zerbi was one of the main reasons why he joined the club. Fernandes, the 21-year-old midfielder who joined from West Ham for a club-record fee of £85m, explained that he and De Zerbi “share the same views of football”. "I am very excited for this next step," said Fernandes. "Spurs is a great club and the head coach was a key part of my decision to join. When we spoke, it was very special. We see football the same way - going onto the pitch as a strong team, with passion and energy, to try to win every game. I can't wait to get started, meet the fans, meet everyone and give everything for this club." De Zerbi also added: "I have admired Mateus for a long time because he combines quality on the ball with intensity and intelligence which is very important in the way we want to play. Despite his young age, he already has good experience in the Premier League and has shown quality and consistency at this level. Mateus is comfortable under pressure, can carry the ball forward, works hard for the team and has the courage to make things happen in difficult moments. I believe this is the ideal environment for him to continue his career development.