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Sessegnon insists Tottenham players not unsettled by Conte links with PSG

Ryan Sessegnon insists Tottenham's players are not unsettled by speculation surrounding Antonio Conte.

The Italian has lead Spurs to within two points of fourth-placed Arsenal in the closing stages of the season.

PSG are reportedly looking at Conte to replace Mauricio Pochettino, but Sessegnon says the squad aren't taking any notice of the rumours.

"Is the speculation unsettling? No really, not at all," Sessegnon said. "We're professionals and we focus on our game and step by step. You heard him yourself, [the speculation is] obviously false news, he's focusing on here at the club. As players we're just focusing on our job going forward and that's all we can do.

"Of course I hope he stays, he's a top manager and he's shown that with us this season. We hope he's here next season and for us the main objective is to get in that top four and then prepare for next season.

"It has not been easy [for me] since I've been at the club, but step by step he gives me confidence in every game to go and do what I can do. For me it's about believing in myself and getting in that positive run, feeling good and keep pushing.

"Every day, every game as well learning bit by bit, the defensive side, the attacking side. Of course he's very demanding and [as a wing-back] you need to be up and down. You almost have to manage yourself when to go, when to relax a little bit, but it is relentless."

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