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.
13. 2001/02 - 36
Sunderland remained in the Premier League with 40 points, while Ipswich Town ended the season relegated on 36. Photo: Alex Livesey
14. 2007/08 - 36
Fulham managed to beat Reading (relegated) in the fight against relegation. Both teams got 36 that year. Photo: Laurence Griffiths
15. 1998/99 - 36
Charlton fot just 36 points meaning Southampton (fourth bottom) avoided the drop. The Saints got 41 that season. Photo: Phil Cole
16. 2011/12 - 36
QPR stayed up with 37, with Bolton Wanderers dropping out the league with 36. Photo: Clive Mason