Conor Gallagher: De Zerbi is fantastic, he's united the team

Tottenham midfielder Conor Gallagher believes new manager Roberto De Zerbi has been instrumental in the team's resurgence and their fight for Premier League survival. The Spurs climbed out of the relegation zone after Sunday's 2-1 victory over Aston Villa, which put them one point clear of 18th-placed West Ham. The 26-year-old Gallagher scored his first goal for Tottenham since arriving on loan from Atletico Madrid in January and credits De Zerbi's appointment as a turning point in their season.

“The manager has been fantastic with us. He’s brought the team together – he works with players individually, holding one-on-one meetings to try and restore their confidence. He did exactly that with me, and it’s made a huge difference. I know he’s done the same with many of the other lads. All the work he’s put in on the training ground and during team meetings has been fantastic, and we’re all on the same page,” Gallagher told Sky Sports.

Tottenham currently sits 17th in the English top flight with 37 points, ahead of home fixtures against Leeds and Everton, and an away clash with London rivals Chelsea.