Tottenham have made De Zerbi their primary target to guide them away from danger, but Ferdinand fears the environment at the club could stifle his creativity. The manager is reportedly in advanced talks over a five-year deal, yet the former England international remains unconvinced that the move is wise given the current proximity to the drop zone and the rapid succession of failed managers, including Thomas Frank and Tudor.
Ferdinand added: “I’ve always championed De Zerbi, I think he’s a great manager. He’s a thinking manager, he’s always looking for new, innovative ways to build his teams. This might be the perfect time to get him but are Spurs in the right situation for him? I’ve got to be honest, I wouldn’t go to Spurs right now. I just think it is a club that’s in such a bad way and there have been far too many managers that have failed there.”