Tottenham seem to be timing their run to perfection. This year the rewards are not as meaningful with the title out of sight, but ensuring Champions League qualification for this upwardly mobile club is vital.
Champions League football means more revenue. Champions League means they are better placed to keep Harry Kane and Dele Alli.
No pressure then. Mauricio Pochettino would, of course, prefer his side to be going toe to toe with Manchester City at the Premier League summit. But the race for the top four, financially speaking, is just as significant.