Tottenham head coach Roberto De Zerbi has explained what he said to forward Mathys Tel after the side’s 0-0 draw with Everton.
De Zerbi walked on to the pitch after the match and reprimanded the player, later revealing details of their conversation.
Tel has made five appearances for Tottenham in all competitions this season but has yet to register a goal or an assist.
Tottenham’s next fixture is an away meeting with Liverpool on 15 September. The English League Cup last-16 tie will begin at 22:00 Moscow time.