Interim Tottenham boss Ryan Mason says he cannot answer questions on Harry Kane's future because he will not be the manager next season.
Kane has reportedly told Spurs he wants to leave the club this summer in a pursuit of trophies and Mason was left to face the media on the topic on Tuesday.
He was asked 16 questions about the Tottenham striker over a 30-minute period but said nothing more conclusive than he was "not aware" that one of his best friends informed the club of his desire to move on.
"It is just the reality of football," he said. "We all know that. There's always speculation and there are always comments. That's normal.
"As players and coaches we can't be affected by stuff we read or see because it happens all the time.
"We're professionals, we're paid to work, we're paid to be ready for football matches. That's what we'll do. That's what we are doing.
"No, my focus hasn't deviated. I've been committed. I feel like we have helped the team, helped the group. It's part of football. I experienced it as player."
