Fabio Paratici, a former Tottenham football director, has recommended De Zerbi to the club's chairman, Daniel Levy, as a possible replacement for current manager Ange Postecoglou. Paratici is in discussions with Levy about returning to the club as he completes his FIFA ban, which was imposed due to his involvement in Juventus' accounting scandal.

Levy is keen on reuniting with Paratici, who resigned as football director three years ago when the suspension took effect. A reunion could also bring De Zerbi to Tottenham as the new manager. Despite a successful debut season with Marseille, De Zerbi has faced challenges with his players, sparking speculation about his future.