Tottenham star involved in X-rated row after being stretched off in relegation clash against Wolves

Medical staff attended to the 23-year-old before he was taken around the perimeter of the pitch.

Video footage circulating on social media captured home supporters directing abuse at the injured Spurs player as he passed by.

Simons responded to the taunts, appearing to repeatedly shout "f*** you" towards one particularly loud Wolves fan while being wheeled away from the action.

Roberto De Zerbi voiced concern about the nature of Simon's knee issue, providing updates on both the Dutchman's and Dominic Solanke's injuries.

He said: "I hope both are not too important problems, especially for Xavi, because Solanke is a muscular injury.

"For Xavi, it's a knee, and when there is a knee it's a more tough situation.

"We're going to see in the next days, Monday or Tuesday.

"For Solanke, it's not a big problem. I don't know how many games we lose him, but I would like to know the real situation of Xavi, because the knee is always different than the muscular injury.

"Xavi felt pain, but now I spoke with him two minutes ago, he feels better than at the beginning of the injury."

Joao Palhinha proved the match-winner in the fixture, converting from close range in the 82nd minute to secure Tottenham's first Premier League triumph since December.

The substitute's strike initially appeared to have lifted Spurs out of the relegation zone, with West Ham held to a 1-1 draw against Everton at the London Stadium.

However, Callum Wilson's injury-time goal handed the Hammers a 2-1 victory, ensuring they maintained their two-point advantage over their London rivals.

Tottenham remain in the bottom three as they fight to avoid dropping out of the top flight for the first time since 1977.

Despite the result keeping his side in the danger zone, De Zerbi insisted the win could provide fresh belief in their survival bid.

Simons' departure compounded an already dire injury situation for Tottenham, who are missing several key creative players through long-term absences.

James Maddison has been named among the substitutes for two consecutive matches, but the England international is not yet ready to return to action, according to his manager.

A prolonged spell on the sidelines for Simons would represent a significant blow to Spurs' survival hopes.

The 23-year-old may also face an anxious wait regarding his place in the Netherlands squad for this summer's World Cup.

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