Tottenham’s early struggles in 2019-20 are considered to be “normal” by Gus Poyet who stresses Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester United have also endured a wobble.
Those in north London have taken just eight points from a possible 18 in the Premier League, while also being dumped out of the Carabao Cup by League Two outfit Colchester.
Mauricio Pochettino has faced some uncomfortable questions, while those on the field have been forced to admit that the high standards set by last season’s Champions League finalists have dipped.