Tottenham fans name 12 legendary players who deserve statues outside the stadium
Spurs fans have had their say on who they believe should be immortalised in bronze outside the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium – and the results feature names from all eras of the club’s history.
Tottenham Hotspur are a club steeped in history, with their early taste of success dating back to the 1919 season when they lifted their first piece of silverware by winning the Football League Division Two title.
Several players have, over the decades, etched their names into Tottenham folklore, establishing themselves as icons through their performances, dedication and love for the badge.
Names such as Bill Nicholson, Jimmy Greaves and Steve Perryman are immortalised in the memories of older fans, while Harry Kane, Gareth Bale and Heung-min Son stand tall as modern-day legends who have inspired the current generation of supporters.
Tottenham fans want Heung-min Son and Bill Nicholson statues
Regardless of the legacy these players hold, Tottenham currently operate a no-statue policy, meaning there are no sculptures of past heroes to be seen outside the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
We took to social media to ask Tottenham fans which former or current player they believe should be honoured with a statue outside the ground, and the responses made for fascinating reading.
One fan suggested: “Son and Bill Nic should be the first two to be announced.” Another echoed that sentiment, adding: “Completely agree. If Sonny leaves this summer, we should announce a statue as soon as he departs.”
Another supporter offered a list packed with club legends: “Blanchflower, McKay, Greaves, Perryman for sure. Then Hoddle, Mabbutt, King and Son.” One respondent went even further: “Bill Nic and Son. Then Blanchflower, Greaves and Burkinshaw. Then Kane and Ange.”
Some fans were more cautious in their assessment, with one replying: “Bill Nic, Steve Perryman, Glenn Hoddle, Danny Blanchflower, Jimmy Greaves, Harry Kane. I love Sonny, but I am not convinced he is ahead of these guys.” Others got creative with their vision, with one fan suggesting: “Sonny lifting and Kane next to him celebrating a goal. Two statues.”
Why Heung-min Son and Bill Nicholson stand out
Heung-min Son certainly stands out as the most recent candidate for such an honour, having just led Tottenham to a Europa League triumph that ended both his decade-long wait for silverware at the club and a 17-year trophy drought for the team.
The Tottenham captain wasted no time in declaring himself a club legend after the final whistle in the clash against Manchester United.
Harry Kane is another compelling option, having broken several long-standing records during his time at Tottenham – milestones that may take a generational talent to surpass.
Among the historic figures, however, Bill Nicholson remains a standout name. He helped Tottenham win their first Division One league title in 1951 as a player, before going on to make over 300 appearances for the club. He later became the most decorated manager in the club’s history.
Although no statue has yet been unveiled, Tottenham have confirmed that the iconic Bill Nicholson Gates will be reinstated at the stadium this season.
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