Before Tottenham's defeats to Everton and Leicester, the idea that Ange Postecoglou's side were in danger of being sucked into a relegation battle was still fanciful, more of a provocative talking point for pundits and rival fans than a serious consideration.
Now, though, it is difficult to avoid the conclusion that Spurs really are contenders for the drop after they followed up a 3-2 defeat at Goodison Park with a 2-1 home loss to the Foxes.
