The former Brighton and Olympique Marseille coach is a top target for the Spurs board. However, any plans to hire De Zerbi as a replacement for Igor Tudor has been ruled out.
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TalkSPORT says De Zerbi won't consider returning to management until the summer.
Spurs are prepared to remove caretaker manager Igor Tudor if results do not turnaround with the club one point above the dropzone.
Sean Dyche is a possible option, while Ryan Mason and Robbie Keane are also being considered too.