Destiny Udogie has opened up on a harrowing incident which happened to him in September and has revealed what Tottenham did to help him.
A 31-year-old agent is alleged to have pulled a gun on the Spurs man and a family member of his on a busy London street.
The incident happened on September 6 after Udogie got into a row with the agent in question, with police arriving on the scene shortly after 11 pm that evening
The agent was detained at his home on September 8 and is under investigation for allegedly blackmailing and making threats against the Tottenham star’s friend.
Destiny Udogie is grateful for Tottenham’s support during a difficult time
The 23-year-old has now admitted that it was a difficult experience for him and his family, who were shaken by the incident.
The left-back admitted that he is grateful for the help that Tottenham Hotspur offered through the ordeal.
Speaking about the incident, Udogie told The Athletic: “The club showed me good support and was next to me every day. I’m really grateful to them for what they have done and for keeping me and my family safe. It’s really good for me.
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“Obviously, it was important (to feel that support). Because it’s a new city for me. It’s my third year (at Spurs) but obviously, London is a big city. So to be here with my family and my daughter, it’s good to have the club around me.
Asked if he was shaken by the incident, the Italian responded: “Yeah, of course. It was not something I’d wish on anyone. It was a shock. But it’s OK, now we look forward.”
Udogie admits Europa League win boosted his confidence
Winning the first trophy of his career back in Bilbao in May is still fresh in the former Udinese star’s mind.
He admitted that the medal boosted his confidence and confessed that he has sights on achieving more success with Spurs in the years to come.
When asked about lifting the Europa League trophy, he said: “It was a dream come true, honestly, because it was my first trophy and to win for Tottenham is a big achievement for everyone. Honestly, I’m still happy right now because it’s something that stays forever.
“But the past is gone, I’m just looking to go forward, I’m just looking for the next challenge. (When you win) you become more confident in yourself. It makes you feel like, ‘OK, I can do this again’. That’s what happened to me.”