Pearson slams 'arrogant' referee Dean

The Leicester manager's outburst came after a match in which his side had come from two goals down to draw level, before a harsh penalty decision afforded Harry Kane the chance to net his hat-trick and put Tottenham back ahead.

"I just find it bizarre. That's about the nicest thing I can say. The arrogance of the man [Dean] is frightening," Pearson said.

"What's the point in talking to him? He's one of the most arrogant men I've ever met."

"We conceded four, so I can't go over the top about our performance, but we played with a lot of quality at times," he added,

"Our players gave everything. Spurs scored four but will feel relieved to win. It's nine to go now."