Tottenham players have been assigned small three-digit numbers, which are printed on the back of their shirts. The numbers are unique to each player and they have been sporting them since 2023. After finishing 17th in the Premier League in a dismal 2024-25 campaign, Spurs have made a strong start to the new season, sitting third in the table after five matches.
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Spurs players wearing unique three-digit numbers
Every Spurs player has been given a unique three-digit number, which is printed just below the collar on the back of their shirts (except summer signing Kota Takai, who has yet to be assigned one). The players have been carrying those numbers on their shirts since their 2-1 win over Crystal Palace in 2023.
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Why Tottenham stars have small numbers on their back
The small three-digit numbers on the back of the players' shirts are called "legacy numbers". The numbers are assigned once they make their competitive debuts for the Premier League side. Tottenham started the initiative to commemorate the contributions of every player who has represented the club.
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Simons & Kolo Muani latest to be assigned legacy numbers
New signings Xavi Simons and Randal Kolo Muani were the latest Spurs stars to be assigned the "legacy numbers". While Simons was given 898 on his debut in their recent win over West Ham, Kolo Muani got 899 when making his bow in their Champions League clash against Villarreal.
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Up next for Spurs: Doncaster then Wolves
After a thrilling 2-2 draw against Brighton at the weekend, Thomas Frank's Spurs side will now turn their attention to a clash with Doncaster in the Carabao Cup third round. Tottenham are due back in Premier League action at home to Wolves three days later.