Ange Postecoglou cares little for suggestions Tottenham are cursed with the Australian insisting hard work can rectify any issue they may have.
Postecoglou hit out at the application of Timo Werner following the Europa League draw at Rangers in midweek and his criticism will serve as a warning to the club’s other players that a lack of effort won’t be tolerated.
Spurs have won one of their last eight games in all competitions but a trip to Southampton could provide some much-needed respite.
The Saints have claimed just five points so far this term having struggled to make the step-up to life in the top flight.