Ex-Sunderland, West Ham and Rangers striker Jermain Defoe returns to Tottenham in new role

The 39-year-old made 100 appearances for the Black Cats during two spells at the club, while also representing West Ham, Rangers, Portsmouth and Bournemouth during a 23-year playing career.

Defoe re-signed for Sunderland this year but made just seven appearances before announcing his retirement at the end of March.

A Tottenham statement has said Defoe will work closely alongside Spurs’ existing coaching team ‘to lend his vast experience and knowledge to young players across the under-17 to under-21 age categories.’

It goes on to say that as part of his new position, Defoe’s ambassador role will see him assist the club’s work in the community and engage with Tottenham's global fanbase.

Defoe worked as a player-coach during his spell at Rangers and helped the club lift the SPL title in the 2020/21 season.

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