Clement, though, is ignoring any notion Spurs are arriving in Glasgow in crisis, and referred to the comprehensive win over Manchester City last month.
“It’s Premier League, it’s the highest level in the world,” the Rangers boss said.
“Things are really close together, so you can lose points there. I think it’s still a really good team.”
Rangers face Celtic at Hampden on Sunday in the final of the League Cup, as they attempt to defend the trophy they won last season.
Clement, who has yet to win an Old Firm derby, dismissed any notion his squad’s focus will be split but did admit the short turnaround will factor into his selection for Thursday night.
“If you have one or two days more, you can take it more separately, now I need to take them together in my mind, making choices,” Clement added.
“But my players need to be ready just for Spurs, nothing else. And to be focused on that, and give everything.
“And also knowing that playing at Ibrox with our fans on these European evenings, it’s something special, it’s something magical.
“And if they are tough, if they are brave, if they show quality, then there’s a lot of energy coming out of the stands also.”
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