But does that figure ring true?
We’ve looked at every season since the top flight went from 22 to 20 teams in 1995/96 and ranked how many points would have secured safety.
5. 1999/20 - 33
Wimbledon's tally of just 33 points saw them drop out of the top flight. Bradford got 36 in fourth bottom to remain in the Premier League. Photo: Craig Prentis
6. 2004/05 - 33
West Brom managed to stay up ahead of Crystal Palace this year, with the former on 34 and the latter 33. Photo: ADRIAN DENNIS
7. 2000/01 - 34
Manchester City went down with just 34 points. Derby County (42) stayed up with ease. Photo: Mike Finn-Kelcey
8. 2005/06 - 34
Portsmouth fans (above) celebrate as their team stays in the top flight with a total of 38 points. Birmingham City drop with 34. Photo: MARTYN HAYHOW