7M - De Zerbi Backs Romero Amid Crucial Match Absence

Roberto De Zerbi has defended Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero, who will miss the final and most critical match of the Premier League season against Everton on Sunday. Despite Spurs facing potential relegation, the injured defender chose to return to Argentina to continue his knee rehabilitation and watch his childhood club, Belgrano, play River Plate.

While teammates like Ben Davies chose to stay and support the squad, De Zerbi emphasized that leadership manifests differently in every player. The Italian manager explained that Romero coordinated his departure with the medical staff and remains fully committed to Tottenham. De Zerbi clarified that he would not tolerate selfish behavior, but insisted that Romero has acted with complete integrity throughout his tenure.

Tottenham face an uphill battle on Sunday, carrying a dismal record of being winless in their last ten home fixtures. To retain their Premier League status, Spurs must secure a victory, though a draw may suffice depending on the result of relegation rivals West Ham against Leeds United. De Zerbi described the high stakes encounter as a cup final, urging his squad to embrace the intense pressure.