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.
9. 2014/15 - 34
Hull City went down with 34, while Aston Villa (35) were the beneficiaries. Photo: Richard Heathcote
10. 2008/09 - 34
Newcastle United's first relegation with Mike Ashley at the helm. Hull City managed 35, Newcastle 34. Photo: GRAHAM STUART
11. 2016/17 - 34
Watford got 40 points but a far from vintage one for Hull City, who dropped with 34. Photo: Tony Marshall
12. 2018/19 - 34
Brighton & Hove Albion sacked Chris Hughton after finishing one place above the relegation zone on 36. Cardiff went down with 34. Photo: Mike Hewitt