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Tottenham Midfielder Alli Held At Knifepoint
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Dele Alli was held at knifepoint during a burglary at his home on Wednesday.
The England star was threatened and sustained minor facial injuries after being punched during a scuffle.
The two men stole items of jewellery.
Alli was isolating at his north London home with his brother and their respective partners when two men broke in.
The 24-year-old has handed CCTV footage to police.
“Thank you for all the messages. Horrible experience but we’re all okay now. Appreciate the support,” Alli posted on Twitter.
Tottenham added: “We have been offering our support to Dele and those isolating with him. We encourage anyone with any information to help the police with their investigation to come forward.”
A Metropolitan Police statement said: “Police were called at approximately 00:35 BST on Wednesday, 13 May to reports of a robbery at a residential address.
“Two males gained entry to the property and stole items of jewellery, including watches, before fleeing.
“Two male occupants at the property suffered minor facial injuries after being assaulted. They did not require hospital treatment.
“There have been no arrests. Enquiries into the circumstances continue.”
/Stewart Sports news editor
