De Zerbi Wins First Premier League Manager of the Month Award

Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi has been named the Premier League Manager of the Month for October 2026, securing the award for the first time in his managerial career in England.

The Italian was rewarded for an impressive turnaround that saw Tottenham record three victories and one draw in four league matches during the month.

De Zerbi’s side began October with a 1-1 draw against Manchester United at Old Trafford, despite playing with 10 men for part of the encounter.

Tottenham subsequently defeated Coventry City 3-1 before recording a 2-0 victory over London rivals Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. They completed the month with another 2-0 win against Crystal Palace.

The results earned Spurs 10 points from a possible 12 and helped the club move from the relegation zone into the top half of the Premier League table.

De Zerbi emerged from a six-man shortlist that included Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta, Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso, Aston Villa’s Unai Emery, Brighton’s Fabian Hurzeler and Bournemouth manager Marco Rose.

The award combines votes from supporters with those of a panel of football experts.

The recognition represents a significant milestone for De Zerbi, who previously managed Brighton and Hove Albion in the Premier League before taking charge of Tottenham.

His first award comes after a difficult start to the campaign, with the Italian managing to improve Tottenham’s performances and results during October.

The achievement also makes him the latest Tottenham manager to receive the monthly honour, following Ange Postecoglou, who won the award in October 2023.

De Zerbi will now look to maintain Tottenham’s improved form as the club continues its campaign in the 2026/2027 Premier League season.