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Tottenham Hotspur winger Dejan Kulusevski faces possible driving ban after speeding offence
9/4/2026, 2:10:55 PM
Speeding charge and potential ban
Swedish international Dejan Kulusevski, 26, pleaded guilty to a speeding offence after a camera recorded him travelling at 43 mph in a 30 mph zone. The Metropolitan Police indicated that the conviction will add at least 12 penalty points to his licence, which would make him eligible for a six-month driving disqualification. Motorists who reach 12 points may appeal to a magistrate if they can demonstrate that a ban would cause “exceptional hardship”.
Background and driving needs
Kulusevski has missed the entire previous season and the 2026 World Cup because of injury. He has scored 25 goals for Tottenham Hotspur since joining in 2022. In an email to the court, he explained that he relies on his car to transport his young family to appointments and to respond to potential hospital emergencies. He also noted that his work schedule often requires late-night travel after away matches, making public transport impractical.
Official statements from the Metropolitan Police
The police submitted written remarks to the court stating that the offence occurred in the Limehouse Link tunnel and that the accumulated points place Kulusevski at risk of a six-month ban. They further outlined that an appeal for “exceptional hardship” must be substantiated by the driver.
Verbatim quote
“I also drive to work and back where the hours can be antisocial eg. I return from an away game very late at night.” — Dejan Kulusevski
Upcoming court hearing
The case has been referred to a sentencing hearing scheduled for 21 September at Barkingside Magistrates’ Court. The hearing will determine whether the court will impose the statutory driving ban or consider Kulusevski’s mitigating circumstances.
