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Never miss a kick-off!Signup +Join the clubGet full access to premium articles, exclusive features and a growing list of member rewards.Explore An account already exists for this email address, please log in.Subscribe to our newsletterTottenhams current predicament appears to be subduing the pull of playing for Roberto De Zerbi in the transfer market.Spurs are in a perilous position, now firmly in the relegation zone after De Zerbi failed to bring about a new manager bounce, with his first game in charge a slender defeat against Sunderland.The north London side have not been helped by the injuries theyve had to deal with, and further bad luck on that front arrived this week, as it was reported that captain Cristian Romero is going to be out for the season. You may like What were Roberto De Zerbi's first seven games at other clubs like? Tottenham Hotspur report: Roberto De Zerbi names first signing in Spurs meeting, as revolution begins Tottenham Hotspur offer incoming boss Roberto De Zerbi 'massive bonus' for first objective: report Tottenham Hotspur's plight is blocking De Zerbi attractionGet 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.View DealThat puts the side in a very difficult position, with a real chance of dropping out of Englands top tier for the first time since 1977.Its no surprise, therefore, that that plausible outcome is making work in the transfer market difficult.Brighton defender Jan Paul van Hecke is reportedly unlikely to sign a new deal with the Seagulls, and so with De Zerbi being his former boss, Spurs would seem a likely destination.According to Voetbal International, Spurs are indeed one of the sides interested in his signature, but sporting malaise at the club is said to make a deal unlikely.Get FourFourTwo NewsletterThe best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.Chelsea and Newcastle United are two other clubs put forward by the Dutch site, and while neither are exactly where theyd want to be, they are in a better place than Spurs.Van Hecke is said to want to play at the top level in England, which appears unlikely to be Spurs level any time soon.The Dutchmans contract at the Amex runs out in 2027, so if Brighton want a significant fee for him, it would likely need to come this summer. What to read next Roberto De Zerbi to become Tottenham Hotspur manager as surprising contract length revealed: report Cristian Romero set to miss Spurs' relegation run-in: report Tottenham Hotspur have gentleman's agreement to sell star player to Real Madrid or Barcelona: report In FourFourTwos opinion, its no surprise that players are not being enticed by the prospect of signing for Spurs at the moment.Nobody can accurately predict which division they will be in next season, so until thats confirmed, players looking for Premier League football will not be progressing any talks.Moreover, a player like Van Hecke, who is looking up rather than down, will not look at Tottenham and see a club matching his ambitions.Van Hecke is valued at 35m, according to Transfermarkt.TOPICSBrighton and Hove AlbionTottenham HotspurPremier LeagueIsaac Stacey StrongeSocial Links NavigationFreelance WriterIsaac Stacey Stronge is a freelance football writer working for FourFourTwo, Manchester United and Football League World. He has been a season ticket holder at Stockport County throughout the Hatters meteoric rise from the National League North to League One and is a die-hard Paddy Madden fan.
