De Zerbi backed by retiring Wanyama to succeed at relegation-threatened Tottenham

Wanyama spoke about De Zerbi as he revealed his retirement on Friday.

The esteemed Kenyan player remarked, "I have observed him carefully. In every club he has managed, he has elevated their performance.

"I have respected De Zerbi for a while after seeing his impact at Sassuolo. Consider Shakhtar, Brighton, and Marseille. He transforms teams, shaping them to go beyond mere survival and become real challengers.

"I am convinced he is ideal for Tottenham. He can ensure their survival, without doubt.

"He might have to adjust his tactics initially, yet he has plenty of know how; he understands the gaps and the required changes."

Regarding Tottenham's prospects, Wanyama remains hopeful: "This season has been challenging for Tottenham's managers due to the extensive injuries. They have dealt with 10 to 15 players sidelined at various points, which has undoubtedly hindered progress.

"The team has experimented with various strategies, but it is hard without the full roster available.

"Should they recover Kudus, Maddison, and Bentancur, those players could significantly contribute to the recovery. Plus, helping Solanke regain his form. This would strengthen their cohesion and add considerable danger."