Spurs’ Alli survives knifepoint burglary

LONDON: Knife-carrying burglars broke into Tottenham midfielder Dele Alli’s home in London, the England playmaker escaping serious injury after being hit in a scuffle with the robbers.

Alli, 24, has been in isolation at his house with his brother, their partners and a close friend, the Daily Mail reported, ahead of Tottenham resuming training.

Two men broke in after midnight and following an altercation with Alli they made off with jewellery early Wednesday. Alli and the other occupants were said to be shaken by the ordeal, but otherwise unharmed.

“Thank you for all the messages. Horrible experience but we’re all okay now,” Alli tweeted.

A police spokesperson said, “Two males gained entry to the property and stole items of jewellery, including watches.”