£300m spent, bottom of the table... but Spurs boss De Zerbi 'not angry'

What the report says

Tottenham’s difficult start to the Premier League season continued with a 2-0 home loss to Newcastle, leaving Roberto de Zerbi’s side bottom of the table after two matches without a point or a goal. Anthony Elanga and Yoane Wissa scored in a second-half spell, and many home fans left early as frustration grew at another poor performance.

The BBC report says Tottenham have spent more than £300m in the summer, raising expectations that they would move away from the struggles of recent seasons and push toward European qualification. Instead, their early league record has deepened concerns, especially given that the club won only three of its past 23 home league games at their stadium. The team also followed an opening defeat at Brentford with another flat display against Newcastle.

De Zerbi struck a calm tone after the match, saying he was not angry and that there was no panic. He argued Tottenham were better before the first goal and said the result was unfair, while also acknowledging the need to improve defensively and build stronger connections between players. The article notes he has only been in charge since late March and has overseen significant squad turnover, which he says will take time to settle.

Former players on BBC coverage said the challenge is not only tactical but also about restoring belief and identity. The piece adds that Tottenham may still make further transfer moves before the window closes, underlining how much work remains as the club tries to avoid another season in trouble.