Tottenham Hotspur have written to their supporters to warn them that any homophobic chanting, including a song that references Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta, will be met with the “strongest possible action”.

Arteta is now set to have a considerable decision to make, as Bent referenced Partey’s form in Merino’s absence, celebrating the 31-year-old’s recent performances. While Partey has impressed, Bent’s opinion on the midfielder was questioned by Adrian Clarke, who made a claim for Merino in response.

Tottenham Hotspur have issued a warning to their supporters regarding offensive chanting directed at Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and other discriminatory slurs.The club’s intervention comes in