Europa League: Rangers v Tottenham Hotspur – live text and radio

However, Clement dismisses any notion that Spurs arrive in Glasgow in crisis and referred to the comprehensive victory over Manchester City last month.

“It’s the Premier League, it’s the highest level in the world,” the Rangers boss said.

“Things are really close so you can lose points there. I still think it’s a really good team.”

Rangers face Celtic at Hampden on Sunday in the League Cup final as they attempt to defend the trophy they won last season.

Clement, who is yet to win an Old Firm derby, dismissed any notion that his side’s focus would be divided, but admitted the short turnaround will factor into his selection on Thursday night.

“If you have one or two more days you can take it more separately, now I have to put them together in my mind and make choices,” Clement added.

“But my players have to be ready for Spurs, nothing else. And to be focused on that and give everything.

“And also to know that playing at Ibrox with our fans on these European nights, it’s something special, it’s something magical.

“And if they are tough, if they are brave, if they show quality, then a lot of energy also comes out of the stands.”