Levy took over at Spurs in 2001 and was in the same role until September last year and was replaced by Peter Charrington as part of a broader management shake-up.

During his time at the club, Levy oversaw the building of the state-of-the-art Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with Spurs winning two major trophies during that period. 

Spurs won the Carabao Cup in 2007-2008 before Ange Postecoglou led them to their first European crown since 1983-1984 by winning the Europa League against Manchester United. 

But since Levy's departure, Spurs have been in free fall. With two games of their Premier League season remaining, they are just two points above the relegation zone. 

Asked how he felt about the club's league position, he said: "Emptiness. But I'm optimistic that we will remain in the Premier League."

He answered "never, no, not in a million years" when asked if he saw any signs the club would end up in a relegation scrap.

There is reason for optimism, too. Spurs have taken as many points from their last four league games as they had in their previous 17 combined.

They have also only conceded one goal in the opening 45 minutes of their five games under Roberto De Zerbi, having conceded in the first half in each of their previous 11.