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Defoe closes in on return

16 Apr 2009 - 09:26:53

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Tottenham striker Jermain Defoe has resumed full training after spending the last three months on the sidelines.

The 26-year-old former Portsmouth and West Ham United star sustained a stress fracture to his right foot in January after making only five appearances since returning to White Hart Lane during the winter transfer window.

Spurs boss Harry Redknapp said of Defoe's imminent return: "It's a big boost for us.

"He was talking to the lads earlier and told them he couldn't sleep the night before because he was so excited about returning to training.

"He was up very early, just like a kid at his first day at school. He's full of enthusiasm and he trained superbly. He looked really sharp and scored some fantastic goals.

"He's back and that's a big bonus for us. I'm sure there are a few goals left in him before the end of the season."