Conor Gallagher has opened up about the transformative impact of Tottenham's new manager, Roberto De Zerbi, revealing how his personalized coaching style has sparked a remarkable resurgence for the north London club.

After a tough start to the season, Spurs have clawed their way out of the relegation zone, thanks to back-to-back wins against relegation-threatened Wolves and Aston Villa. The victories have breathed new life into their Premier League survival hopes, and Gallagher credits De Zerbi's hands-on approach for the turnaround.

"The gaffer has been brilliant with us. He has brought the team together," Gallagher said, reflecting on the manager's influence. "He has really worked on players individually with one-to-one meetings and one-to-one chats, trying to get that belief and confidence back in the players. He has done that with me, and it has made a big difference. I know he has done that with a lot of the other lads."

The 26-year-old midfielder, who scored his first goal for Spurs since his January move from Atletico Madrid in Sunday's 2-1 win at Villa Park, revealed how De Zerbi's specific encouragement helped reignite his form. "He just reminds me of when I was at my best. He said that second season at Chelsea, when I had a really good season, he just reminded me of that player," Gallagher explained. "He wants me to be like that again and to not forget how good I can be."

This individualized motivation has extended across the squad, helping players rediscover their top form. De Zerbi's impact has also fostered a sense of unity, with Gallagher noting that "all the work he has done on the training pitch and the meeting rooms has been fantastic, and everyone is on the same page."

However, Gallagher remains cautious about the road ahead. "There is a lot of work to do," he warned. "We are fully focused on the next game, hopefully do the same performance and another win."

With a crucial home fixture against Leeds United looming next Monday, Spurs will look to build on their momentum and continue their climb up the table. For a team that once seemed destined for the drop, De Zerbi's personal touch might just be the spark they needed to turn their season around.