Roberto De Zerbi has delivered a blunt message to young footballers trying to make their way in the modern game: stay away from social media and concentrate on football.The Tottenham manager made his point while discussing 18-year-old Luca Williams-Barnett, who made an impressive Premier League debut in Sunday's 3-1 victory over Crystal Palace. Introduced in the closing stages, the youngster immediately caught the eye and nearly set up a goal for Mohammed Kudus.From St James' Park to Robin Hood? Newcastle star caught up with bow and arrowsAsked how difficult it is to keep young players grounded amid the pressures of modern football, De Zerbi did not hesitate with his answer."I think young players have to remove all social media. They need to focus on improving, on their teammates, and learn from older players with more experience. They have to work hard."If you follow social media, one day you're on top of the world, and the next day people say you can't play. You have to be mentally strong, and you also need the support of a good family. Otherwise, you risk losing yourself along the way," the Italian explained.15.30: (2.65) Leeds (3.50) Tottenham (2.60)De Zerbi also made it clear that working with emerging talents is one of the aspects of management he enjoys most."I love managing young players, top players and players with the potential to become top players," he added.PREMIER LEAGUE – MATCHDAY 10FridayEverton – Coventry 3-1 (0-0)/Barry 56,61, Dewsbury-Hall 81 – Gboho 52/Saturday15.30: (2.65) Leeds (3.50) Tottenham (2.60)18.00: (1.17) Arsenal (6.75) Hull (15.0)18.00: (2.15) Fulham (3.70) Newcastle (3.10)20.30: (4.60) Nottingham Forest (4.40) Manchester City (1.67)Sunday17.00: (1.90) Brighton (3.80) Brentford (3.70)17.00: (5.30) Crystal Palace (4.60) Liverpool (1.55)19.30: (2.25) Manchester United (3.80) Aston Villa (2.90)***odds are subject to change***
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