Friday Mar 21 2008 07:45
Portsmouth striker Jermain Defoe has revealed his disappointment at being unable to play against former club
Tottenham on Saturday.
The England striker had expected to make a swift return to White Hart Lane with his new club after joining Pompey during the January transfer window.
However, after initially joining the south coast club on loan due to the late nature of a deal which was only completed minutes before the deadline, the Premier League has ruled that Defoe is ineligible to face Spurs at the weekend.
"I can't play at Spurs, that's for definite," Defoe told talkSPORT.
"I wasn't sure but that's how it is and I'm gutted."
Meanwhile, Defoe believes his form since moving to Fratton Park has justified his decision to leave Spurs.
The 25-year-old has scored six times in six games for Harry Redknapp's side.
"You look at the situation and you say I definitely made the right move. It's important to play football and more importantly to play with good players," he added.
"I'm doing that with Portsmouth and this club is going in the right direction. The crowd are great and I'm getting the chances to score goals.
"I feel sharper than ever, I feel fitter than ever and I could keep running all day."
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