Tottenham Hotspur, once a stalwart among the English Premier League’s so-called Big 6, now finds itself mired in one of the club’s most precarious situations in decades. As of late February 2026, the North London outfit is locked in a relegation battle, its proud home record in tatters and its future hanging by a thread. The drama unfolding at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is not just about poor form on the pitch—it’s a tale of injuries, managerial upheaval, and the looming threat of financial disaster.
This season, Tottenham’s home performances have been especially disappointing, a stark contrast to their historic ability to turn their stadium into a fortress. The days when top teams would fear a trip to North London seem a distant memory. Instead, Spurs have repeatedly failed to collect crucial points at home, leaving fans frustrated and anxious about what lies ahead.
The club’s attacking prowess has taken a massive hit. Losing Son Heung-min, a linchpin in their offense, was a blow that was compounded when last season’s Europa League final hero, Brennan Johnson, departed for Crystal Palace. The chemistry that once defined Tottenham’s forward line has all but evaporated. Dejan Kulusevski, who had shown such promise linking up with Son, is sidelined with a lingering knee injury. While there’s talk he could return as early as March, nothing is set in stone. To make matters worse, James Maddison, a creative force in midfield, is also out injured, and new signings Mohammed Kudus and Wilson Odobert have both joined the growing list of absentees.
The reinforcements brought in to fill the void haven’t delivered as hoped. Xavi Simons and Randal Kolo Muani, both expected to make an immediate impact, have struggled to find their feet. Meanwhile, established stars like Richarlison and England international Dominic Solanke have failed to hit top form, leaving the team’s attack blunted and predictable. The reliance on backup players has exposed a lack of cohesion and, crucially, leadership on the pitch.
That leadership vacuum has been felt keenly since the dismissal of manager Thomas Frank, who was relieved of his duties mid-season following a string of poor results. His replacement, interim coach Igor Tudor, has not had a smooth transition. Reports suggest communication breakdowns between Tudor and the squad, with some players bristling at his methods. The situation has only been exacerbated by issues off the field. Captain Cristian Romero, expected to be a calming influence, has instead been suspended for unsportsmanlike conduct after an incident involving an opponent. At the back, defender Micky van de Ven has found himself frozen out due to reported attitude problems with the club’s hierarchy and coaching staff. It’s no exaggeration to say that both the attack and defense have been left reeling.
Tottenham’s plight is even more remarkable given their company. While Arsenal, Manchester City, Aston Villa, Manchester United, Chelsea, and Liverpool jostle for top-six positions, Spurs are the only member of the traditional Big 6 languishing in the relegation zone. BBC didn’t mince words in a February 25th report, warning that "if Tottenham falls, it will be a disaster." The gulf between Tottenham and the league’s elite has grown alarmingly wide, not just in points, but in quality, confidence, and momentum.
The stakes could hardly be higher. Should Tottenham fail to claw their way to safety, the financial repercussions would be seismic. Analysts estimate that relegation could slash the club’s annual revenue by £261 million (approximately 503.8 billion KRW). That’s not just a dent—it’s a crater. Broadcast rights and sponsorship deals would shrink, and the club’s wage bill, inflated by big-name signings, would become unsustainable. The result? A likely fire sale of top talent and no guarantee of an immediate return to the top flight.
“If Tottenham gets relegated, the financial impact will be enormous,” noted one analyst, echoing widespread concerns. Even former players have weighed in. Danny Murphy, a former Spur himself, remains cautiously optimistic, stating, "Tottenham will survive in the end." Meanwhile, Stephen Kelly offered a more pragmatic take: "They might hang on because other teams are worse." But optimism is in short supply among the fanbase, with many fearing that the club’s slide could become a freefall.
Tottenham’s remaining fixtures offer both hope and peril. The club is set to face a string of direct relegation rivals—Wolverhampton, Crystal Palace, Brighton, Nottingham Forest, and Leeds United. These are the so-called "six-point matches," where a win not only boosts one’s own tally but directly damages a competitor’s survival hopes. Spurs’ last league victory came back on December 28, 2025, against Crystal Palace—a drought that’s done little to calm nerves in North London.
The pressure on interim coach Igor Tudor is immense. He must rally a squad depleted by injuries, rocked by off-field turmoil, and short on confidence. The margin for error is razor-thin. Every point, every goal, and every decision could be the difference between survival and catastrophe. The specter of relegation haunts every match, and the knowledge that financial ruin could follow only adds to the weight on the players’ shoulders.
Meanwhile, the broader Premier League landscape offers little comfort. Clubs like Aston Villa have seized the opportunity to break into the upper echelons, while Tottenham’s traditional rivals remain firmly ensconced at the top. The narrative of the season has shifted from dreams of Champions League glory to the grim reality of a relegation dogfight.
Yet, amid the gloom, there are glimmers of hope. The return of injured stars like Kulusevski could provide a much-needed boost. The upcoming fixtures, while fraught with danger, also offer a chance to turn the tide. And, as some pundits have pointed out, the struggles of other teams mean that survival is still within Tottenham’s grasp—if they can find their form when it matters most.
As the season enters its final months, Tottenham Hotspur faces a test unlike any in its recent history. The club’s ability to weather this storm will define not just this campaign, but potentially its future for years to come. With everything on the line, the coming weeks promise high drama, heartbreak, and—just maybe—a story of redemption. For now, the fight for survival continues, and North London holds its breath.