Premier League news: De Zerbi tells Spurs ‘only losers cry’; Salah ‘at peace’ with exit
Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi remains confident in his squad's ability to avoid relegation despite numerous injuries, urging players to focus on effort rather than excuses. He emphasized that victories are achievable with available talent and dismissed negative narratives surrounding the team's struggles. Meanwhile, Liverpool's Arne Slot acknowledges ongoing pressure despite a late-season upturn, as Mohamed Salah prepares to leave the club in a calm state of mind.
- ▪Roberto De Zerbi ruled out Dominic Solanke and expressed doubt over James Maddison's availability for Tottenham's match against Aston Villa.
- ▪Tottenham faces Aston Villa with at least eight players injured, including key names like Cristian Romero, Dejan Kulusevski, and Xavi Simons.
- ▪De Zerbi stressed that the team must fight and play without making excuses, stating 'the losers cry' in response to adversity.
- ▪Liverpool manager Arne Slot admitted that Champions League qualification would not eliminate scrutiny following a disappointing season.
- ▪Mohamed Salah has said he is 'at peace' with his impending departure from Liverpool, as the club aims to overtake Manchester United for third place.
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Spurs manager Roberto De Zerbi insists his squad has enough quality to save the club from relegation despite a flurry of injuries to key players. Photograph: Simon Stacpoole/Offside/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenSpurs manager Roberto De Zerbi insists his squad has enough quality to save the club from relegation despite a flurry of injuries to key players. Photograph: Simon Stacpoole/Offside/Getty ImagesThe talkTottenham HotspurPremier League news: De Zerbi tells Spurs ‘only losers cry’; Salah ‘at peace’ with exitTottenham manager urges players to ignore negativity, while Liverpool look to leapfrog Manchester UnitedGuardian sport and agenciesFri 1 May 2026 17.36 EDTFirst published on Fri 1 May 2026 14.16 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on Google1.
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