Tottenham Hotspur new stadium update: Opening fixture will not be played against Arsenal due to security fears

Tottenham Hotspur will not play their inaugural game in their new stadium against Arsenal as it has been blocked over security fears.

According to The Sun, Daniel Levy had earmarked the north London derby on March 2 as an ideal grand opening.

Police chiefs and security staff have vetoed the idea as they want the first game to go off without a hitch and do not want the added scrutiny of a derby.

There are also reportedly fears visiting supporters could take “souvenirs” and leave “calling cards” at the £850million stadium.

Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy wanted to play their first match against Arsenal

Spurs are already six months behind schedule on the troubled project and are due to make an announcement on the progress this week.

They could still host Arsenal at the new ground but would need it ready for one of their three home Premier League games before the derby date.

Tottenham’s new ground was due to be opened in time for their Premier League clash against Liverpool on September 15, but ongoing delays mean the new ground still has no official opening date.

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