Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank downplayed an awkward post-match scene where defenders Micky van de Ven and Djed Spence headed straight down the tunnel following Saturday's 1-0 home defeat by Chelsea, as frustrated fans booed the team off.

The Dane sought to calm tensions as supporters vented their frustration at the final whistle, before Van de Ven and Spence appeared to ignore Frank's request to acknowledge the fans and headed straight down the tunnel.

"I think that is one of the small issues. We have Micky and Djed who are doing everything they can," Frank said. "They perform very well so far this season and everyone is frustrated. We do things in a different way, so I don't think it is a big problem."

The manager remained on the pitch, applauding the crowd to a mixed reaction

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