Tottenham legend Heung-min Son has reflected on the Lilywhites’ relegation battle ahead of their big showdown against Chelsea this evening.
A few weeks ago, it appeared as if Spurs would struggle to get the points they needed to secure their place in the Premier League.
However, the Lilywhites now find themselves within touching distance of their goal after picking up eight points in their last four matches, while West Ham lost three in a row.
That means Roberto De Zerbi’s men only need a point in their final two matches to all but secure their place in the top-flight, and one of their former superstars has now sent a message ahead of the London derby.
Heung-min Son is hoping Tottenham can secure safety at Stamford Bridge
Son has confessed that he has been watching closely from across the pond as the Lilywhites fight to avoid going down for the first time in nearly half a century.
The former Tottenham captain admitted that he will be supporting his former teammates tonight and is hopeful they can get the point they need in West London.
Son said (via BBC MOTD): “The whole season I’ve been watching Spurs, every single game, watching the results, watching the highlights, watching the games as much as I can.
“Spurs is still in my heart, and I’m supporting them, and I hope they can get a good result against Chelsea and stay in the Premier League, which they deserve” “I love them, I love the supporters, I love this club.”
Roberto De Zerbi says Spurs will look to beat Chelsea
Tottenham have a shambolic record at Chelsea, having won just once at Stamford Bridge in 33 visits in the Premier League era.
A point will be enough for the Lilywhites to all but secure their safety, given the 13-goal advantage they have over West Ham on goal difference.
However, De Zerbi has made it clear that Tottenham will look to beat Chelsea and will not go to their rivals’ home ground to play for a draw.
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