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Tottenham star Toby Alderweireld relieved after recovering from freak 'one in a million' injury

Toby Alderweireld insists he has not been distracted by speculation about his Tottenham contract and feels fitter than ever after recovering from his 'one in a million' injury.

Alderweireld's long-term future at White Hart Lane came under scrutiny last week when leaked documents suggested the defender's contract contained a £25.4million release clause.

Tottenham, however, were quick to deny the existence of any active clause in Alderweireld's current deal and the Belgian says he is settled in north London.

Toby Alderweireld picked up a freak nerve injury against West Brom which 'shut down' his leg
Toby Alderweireld picked up a freak nerve injury against West Brom which 'shut down' his leg

'I signed for Tottenham for a reason and I love to play here,' Alderweireld said.