As Tottenham continue to battle through one of the most chaotic and turbulent seasons in recent memory, former Spurs defender Sebastian Bassong joined WeAreTottenhamTV to give his honest assessment on the club’s current plight, Roberto De Zerbi’s influence, and the future of Tottenham’s backline.
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“Tottenham Are Still In The Hurricane”
Bassong did not shy away from the gravity of Tottenham’s current situation, with Spurs sitting just one point above the relegation zone with only three games remaining.
While hopeful Tottenham can survive, Bassong warned supporters that the danger is far from over.
“I hope they stay up. Do I think they will? I think we’re still in the mix. They’re still in that hurricane, that very high-pressure situation, and you can’t take your foot off the gas.”
The former defender pointed to poor long-term decision-making as a major factor behind Spurs’ alarming decline this season.
“When decision-making keeps being wrong, eventually it catches up with you. It’s sad, and I think people didn’t want to face it until recently when it became real.”
Bassong believes Tottenham’s struggles were not simply bad luck, but rather the result of repeated mistakes at multiple levels within the club.
De Zerbi’s Biggest Strength: Rebuilding Spurs Mentally
Following Tottenham’s crucial victory over Aston Villa, Bassong praised Roberto De Zerbi’s ability to reconnect the squad psychologically rather than purely tactically.
For Bassong, the transformation under De Zerbi has been about mentality first.
“What De Zerbi has been able to do is reconnect them quickly with who they are as people.”
He explained that footballers are deeply emotional individuals, and Spurs’ recent resurgence stems from renewed trust and belief.
“He’s tapped into their psyche. He’s shown them ‘I’ve got your back.’ That’s what players need.”
According to Bassong, De Zerbi’s influence has been immediately visible in body language, confidence, and intensity.
“Against Villa, they looked like a totally different team.”
This psychological reset could prove vital in Tottenham’s survival battle.
Is De Zerbi The Right Long-Term Manager For Tottenham?
When asked whether De Zerbi could be Spurs’ long-term solution, Bassong was cautiously optimistic.
“Yeah, he’s a good one.”
However, Bassong stressed that football’s unpredictable nature makes long-term predictions difficult, instead focusing on immediate results.
“Can he do the job now? He’s doing it.”
He also defended previous managers, suggesting Tottenham’s issue has often been poor fit and delayed decision-making rather than outright managerial incompetence.
“All the managers were good managers… but they weren’t right for Spurs.”
Bassong’s Verdict on Romero, Van de Ven and Danso
Turning his attention to Tottenham’s defensive unit, Bassong gave a balanced view of Spurs’ current centre-backs.
Cristian Romero
Bassong acknowledged Romero’s quality but highlighted concerns over consistency and availability.
“He’s been a blow because when he’s your captain, you want to rely on him.”
Frequent suspensions and injuries have disrupted Spurs’ defensive stability.
Micky Van de Ven
Bassong remains a huge admirer of Van de Ven despite the Dutchman’s difficult season.
“I rate him big time.”
He praised Van de Ven’s pace, strength, and ball progression, while suggesting he has suffered from instability around him.
“He became the representation of what was going wrong.”
Kevin Danso
Bassong was particularly complimentary of Kevin Danso’s contributions.
“He’s been a soldier.”
Stepping into a difficult role, Danso has provided physicality and commitment, even if at times he has looked over-eager.
“Overall, he’s done pretty good considering the void he had to fill.”
Final Thoughts
Sebastian Bassong’s verdict is clear: Tottenham’s season has been a product of flawed decision-making, but Roberto De Zerbi may be giving Spurs the psychological edge they need to survive.
The former defender’s belief in the current squad remains, but survival will require maximum intensity through Tottenham’s final three “cup finals.”
For Spurs fans, Bassong’s analysis offers both realism and cautious hope — Tottenham are not safe yet, but under De Zerbi, there are finally signs of life.
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