Harry's relief
Harry Redknapp has spoken of his relief that Michael Dawson's injury is not as bad as first feared.

 Dombaxe double not enough for U18s
Laste Dombaxe netted twice as our Under-17s lost 4-2 at home to Norwich City in the Premier Academy League on Saturday.

 Dawson update
Scans today (Saturday) have revealed that Michael Dawson has sprained his left medial knee ligament and one of his left ankle ligaments.

 JD makes history!
Jermain Defoe became the first Spurs player to ever score a competitive hat-trick for England as the Three Lions kicked off their Euro 2012 qualifying campaign with an impressive 4-0 victory over Bulgaria at Wembley.

 International round-up
There were mixed results as Euro 2012 qualification kicked off for a number of our players on Friday night.

 CL live TV coverage
Live television coverage of our Champions League group stage matches has been confirmed as follows.

 Gomes praises unity
White Hart Lane fans have a special rapport with goalkeeper Heurelho Gomes - and our Brazilian international mirrors that affection.

 Squad update
Following the closure of the summer transfer window, our four new arrivals - Sandro, William Gallas, Stipe Pletikosa and Rafael Van der Vaart - have been given squad numbers for the season.

 Spurs around the world
International football gets back into competitive mode over the coming days with a host of our players involved.

 JD's century bid
Jermain Defoe's goal against BSC Young Boys means that he's now scored 93 in all competitions for Spurs - and naturally our striker is determined to make it a ton.

 The Pat Staunton Hotspur Cup
The Pat Staunton Hotspur Cup was held at St Edmunds College in Ware, Hertfordshire in August and climaxed in exciting finals for budding footballers from age ranges Under-8 to Under-13.

 Van der Vaart deal confirmed
We are delighted to announce that we have reached agreement with Real Madrid for the transfer of Rafael Van der Vaart.

 Sandro on STVO/App
Sandro's first interview since joining the Club is now available exclusively on Spurs TV Online and the Spurs iPhone App.

 Sandro 'delighted to be here'
Sandro has arrived at Spurs Lodge this week and admits he cannot wait to get started on an exciting new chapter in his young career.

 XI run riot!
Our Spurs XI put a Crystal Palace side to the sword with an 8-0 friendly victory at Spurs Lodge on Tuesday.

 Fixture update
Our Carling Cup Third Round tie at home to Arsenal will take place on Tuesday 21 September, kick-off 7.45pm.

 Join Micky on Stadium Tour
Micky Hazard continues our unique tours of White Hart Lane with the Club's former players on Saturday, September 11, at 3pm.

 Pletikosa joins on loan
We are delighted to announce the signing of Stipe Pletikosa from Spartak Moscow on a season-long loan.

 Three Lions
Michael Dawson, Peter Crouch and Jermain Defoe have been named in the England squad for the Euro 2012 qualifiers against Bulgaria and Switzerland.

 A rare bad day - Harry
Harry Redknapp described Saturday's loss against Wigan as a 'rare bad day' and admitted: "We just didn't get going."

 Hutton feels Tottenham’s £9m price tag too rich

Alan Hutton is urging Tottenham to drop his £9 million tag in order for him to make a quick exit from White Hart Lane.

The 25-year-old has fallen down the pecking order at Tottenham since Harry Redknapp took over the club two years ago, prompting plenty of interest but not concrete bids.

However, Hutton's hefty price tag stood in the way of his permanent switch to Sunderland following a successful loan spell at the Black Cats.

The defender told the Daily Record: "It has been tough for me. I was looking at options in the summer but nothing came off.

"I moved to Spurs for big money and if I leave, the club will be wanting that. But it's tough to get someone to pay that kind of cash when you haven't been playing.

"It's not a great situation to be in. I just need to keep my head up at the moment and keep going.

"There was a lot of speculation but I have a family now and my oldest child is at school. So I can't be going here, there and everywhere on loan and unsettling them. It's a hard decision.

"I heard the Rangers rumour but whether it's true or not I don't know.

"At the moment I'd like to stay down in England. I have a lot to prove and a lot to offer down there - so my heart is set on doing well down south.

"I have a massive amount of unfinished business. Even at Spurs, I feel that way.

"I had a really good first six months then got injured and went through a change of manager. It was tough.

"It has been a rocky road down there but while I believe I have a lot to offer I'll just keep plugging away.

"But I want something sorted, one way or another, as soon as possible.

"In this day and age you're not going to get clubs paying that sort of money for a right-back.

"But if it gets to January and I haven't played a lot then how can they ask so much? So surely it has to drop. Hopefully it will be in my favour then.

"No way is there that kind of money going around just now - unless it's Man City or Chelsea. So I have to hope the asking price will drop."

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 Redknapp relieved at positive diagnosis of Tottenham defender Dawson

Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp was a relieved man to discover Michael Dawson is expected to be fit within eight weeks.

Dawson was stretchered off during England's 4-0 victory over Bulgaria on Friday night after his leg collapsed beneath him in a freak accident early in the second half.

Scans showed the 26-year-old defender had only sprained left knee ligaments and a left ankle ligament and he could be back in action by the end of next month.

"First of all, it's a big blow for Michael and a great shame for him," Redknapp told the club's official website.

"But watching it live, I thought it could have been worse than it's turned out.

"It could have been his cruciate ligament and that would have been the end of the season for him but as it is, it's not such a long job and he should be back in a couple of months."

Redknapp believes Dawson's injury has underlined the value of signing veteran former Arsenal defender William Gallas on a free transfer last month.

"Jonathan Woodgate is struggling, Ledley King can't play every game and you also have to remember that Michael had an Achilles injury last season, so it was always a position we needed to do something in and that's why we did it (signed Gallas)," said Redknapp.

"Sebastien Bassong was excellent last season and we've got decent cover in there, players who can come in and do a job, but you also need experience.

"Ledley's got experience, Michael's got experience and now William's experience will be invaluable.

"He'll give us a bit of know-how and a real presence. You don't do what he's done in the game without being a top, top player and he's got all the medals to show for it."

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 West Ham co-owner dismisses reports Grant on borrowed time

West Ham co-owner David Sullivan insists boss Avram Grant is not under pressure after losing their first three games.

Some reports have claimed that Sullivan and his co-owner David Gold were considering Grant's position - despite only appointing him in the summer.

"I haven't relayed any messages to Avram at all. I just expect a gradual improvement in form. It's not all doom and gloom," he told the News of the World.

"You can't judge a team after three games. It's very premature. When you're building something it takes time and there have been changes at all levels.

"The next three games are very, very tough. Chelsea at home, Stoke who are particularly good on their own ground and Tottenham at home.

"Three tough games and then the season really starts with the Fulham game on October 2. But I hope to surprise a few people against Chelsea, Stoke or Tottenham.

"The Bolton game was a major disappointment but it's early days.

"There was a stage last season where we lost six games in a row, these things happen.

"He inherited a very imbalanced squad. Over the next year he'll turn things round. Results will gradually come. Avram is very, very confident about the future.

"He'd love to have £30m-£40m to spend but what manager wouldn't?

"I've got every confidence in the manager and every confidence in the team."

Sullivan did, though, take a swipe at some of his squad, claiming some of the 'foreign players' were not performing their best.

"We've got a few foreign players who wanted to leave but we didn't receive any offers," he continued. "I think they couldn't be bothered but now the deadline has passed they realise the only way out is to play for the club and to play well and I think they will make a contribution.

"They realise now that they are here until at least January so they will get their heads down and work for the benefit of the club. They had their heads in the air before that.

"The team that started against Man United was the same team from last season because virtually all the new signings were injured.

"You will find over the next few weeks that it won't be the team of last season - but if players are performing well they will retain their place. It's the manager's decision.

"Out of our new signings Victor Obinna didn't have international clearance, Thomas Hitzlsperger was injured, Winston Reid has a torn muscle in his buttocks, Tal Ben Haim was not fully fit and Pablo Barrera was knackered after playing two full games in the week after the World Cup.

"Now with our new players getting back and the others back playing, you will see us get better game by game."

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 Pulis plans to involve Gudjohnsen in Stoke’s clash with Villa

Stoke boss Tony Pulis plans to involve new signing Eidur Gudjohnsen either from the bench or in the starting eleven against Aston Villa.

The Iceland striker moved to the Britannia Stadium from Monaco on a one-year deal on summer transfer deadline day.

Gudjohnsen and Pulis have both previously confessed that, having missed pre-season, there is a lack of match fitness and that made the former Bolton, Chelsea, Barcelona and Tottenham player a doubt for the arrival of Villa on 13th September.

"Although Eidur has a bit of catching up to do, he is a fantastic professional," the Stoke boss told his club's official website.

"You have to be to play at the highest level and enjoy the success he has achieved.

"It will depend on the amount of work we can do with him which will determine whether he starts the Villa match or whether we put him on the bench."

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 Tottenham signing van der Vaart aims to hit the ground running

New Tottenham signing Rafael van der Vaart admits he needs to adapt to life quickly in the Premier League, if he is to make the impact expected.

The midfield star joined Tottenham on deadline day as Spurs sealed an £8million deal with Real Madrid.

"I must adapt quickly to the country, the life and the football. But I don't think that will be a problem for a Dutch footballer who has already worked in Germany and Spain," he told The People.

"During the summer I had many offers from big European clubs, but my challenge was to play for Real Madrid and work with Jose Mourinho.

"After the club confirmed I was no longer in their plans, the best solution was to leave. Tottenham were interested for some time but it wasn't feasible until the last moment.

"The offer arrived on Tuesday morning and I had little time to decide, but I hope I have luck in my new adventure.

"My wife supported the choice and we are prepared for the change from Madrid to London.

"I have played many matches against Premier League clubs and the quality is enormous. I hope Spurs are successful but, for now, all I can promise is hard work.

"Many footballers dream of playing in England and now I have this chance.

"Tottenham are one of the biggest clubs in England, and this season the fact we are playing in the Champions League means it is a great club to be at."

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 England coach Clemence heaps praise on Man City No1 Hart

England goalkeeper coach Ray Clemence was delighted with the performance of Joe Hart in victory over Bulgaria.

The Manchester City goalkeeper is fast emerging as the country's outstanding No1.

Clemence said: "When it was needed against Bulgaria, he pulled off three or four excellent saves which influenced the game and that is what top international keepers do.

"He has come in, looked comfortable and done what international keepers do. They may not have lots to do but, when called upon, they make the saves that matter, particularly the one where straight off the back of it we scored the second goal.

"I’m not going to put any pressure on him. Joe is a young lad who has just come into the side, this is his fifth international and in each one he has looked more comfortable, as though to say "I can cope with this, I’ll deal with it" — and he has done.

"I saw his performance for Manchester City at Tottenham a few weeks ago and it was a bit special.

"He looks difficult to beat for opposing forwards and he feels he is very difficult to beat. And he is just as keen on the training ground as on the pitch."

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 Switzerland ace Gelson: Spurs midfielder Huddlestone should be in England XI

Switzerland midfielder Gelson Fernandes says Tottenham ace Tom Huddlestone should be in the England team.

Fernandes, formerly of Manchester City, is now with Chievo Verona in Italy.

"England had nobody to protect the defenders at the World Cup," he said. "Tom Huddlestone could do it. It surprises me that he’s not in the squad either."

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 Real Madrid coach Mourinho wants Spurs flyer Bale

Real Madrid are lining up a January bid for Tottenham flyer Gareth Bale.

The Sunday Mirror says the Spanish ­giants made a late effort to recruit the 21- year-old whizz kid before last ­Tuesday’s deadline but were knocked back.

But Real coach Jose Mourinho sees Bale’s pace and power as an asset – and they are likely to be back in the New Year.

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 Tottenham boss Redknapp: Dawson absolutely devastated

Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp admits Michael Dawson is "devastated" over his knee injury.

It's now claimed the England defender faces THREE MONTHS on the sidelines.

Redknapp told the Sunday Mirror: “The boy is absolutely devastated. It is a massive blow for him and the club.

“I’d like to say something positive about the situation but other than we initially thought it was a lot worse and he could be out for the season, what can I say?

“At the moment we have no idea what is going to take longer to heal, his ankle or his knee. But we are certainly talking months not weeks.

“It certainly couldn’t have come at a worse time for the club with crucial games coming thick and fast.

“I’m absolutely gutted for him at a time when he has quite rightfully been given the chance to stake a claim for regular first-team football for England.

“As for Tottenham well words simply fail me. He is the heartbeat and soul of this club. His importance on the field and in the dressing room is vital to the success of this club.

“The only saving grace is he’s a real determined fighter and has the character to bounce back quickly.

“He had a few problems with his Achilles last season but seem to overcome them."

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 Avram Grant has three games to avoid West Ham sack

Avram Grant has three games to save his job at West Ham United.

The Sunday Mirror says the Hammers are pointless and bottom of the Premier League after their opening three matches of the new campaign.

It has led to growing unrest among supporters who are fast running out of patience with Grant, who was appointed on a four year contract in June.

Co-owners David Sullivan and David Gold are also targets for the fans’ fury.

The West Ham fans’ ­internet message boards are laden with criticism and furious fans are bombarding radio stations.

Grant, who resigned from ­relegated Portsmouth at the end of last season, has become ­agitated by West Ham’s failure to sign key players.

As the transfer window closed last week he claimed the ­Hammers’ financial position put paid to several proposed deals at the last minute.

After inheriting a spendthrift club following the days of ­Icelandic ownership, the ­Gold-Sullivan hierarchy have insisted on bringing a hard-headed business approach.

But it’s likely to be the Israeli coach’s head on the block if the club fail to get points and goals in their next three fixtures.

And even though his contract runs to 2014, there is a specified pay-off within the deal.

The next visitors to Upton Park are free-scoring Premier League leaders Chelsea, ­followed by a tough trip to Stoke. They then face Sunderland in the Carling Cup before the visit of Tottenham on September 25.

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 Bolton defender Cahill ready for England start

Bolton Wanderers defender Gary Cahill is ready to start for England against Switzerland this week.

The 24-year-old Bolton player came on in the second half of the 4-0 win over Bulgaria in place of the injured Michael Dawson.

And while he had every sympathy with the Tottenham man, Cahill was clearly elated at his baptism in international football at the highest level.

“Although I was happy and extremely proud, when you come back in the changing room and see Michael injured, it does take the shine off it a bit,” said Cahill.

For Sheffield-born Cahill, it was the fulfilment of a boyhood dream to wear the England shirt.

“From being a little lad, you strive to play for your country,” he said. “I am ready for it if I am called upon.”

If there is one man who feels more pride than Cahill, it is his father.

“He will be bouncing off the walls,” said Cahill. “He follows me everywhere and gets more nervous than me!”

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 Tottenham boss Redknapp: Thank God we have Gallas

Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp admits William Gallas' summer capture has proved critical following Michael Dawson's knee setback.

Dawson is facing three months on the sidelines.

Redknapp told the Sunday Mirror: “Thank God I went out and got William Gallas on a free transfer. That is looking an even better bit of business under the circumstances.

“He is certainly training well at the moment and should be ready to play shortly.”

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 Defoe always confident of England success with Man Utd striker Rooney

Tottenham striker Jermain Defoe says Friday's success proved he can play with Manchester United ace Wayne Rooney.

The pair came together to dismantle Bulgaria in England's 4-0 triumph.

“I think it takes time,” the Spurs striker explained. “I don’t think I’ve started that many games with him but the more games you start together the better the partnership becomes.

“But everything just seemed to connect on Friday night and I for one believe the more we play together the better the partnership will become.”

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 Spurs England hero Defoe: I am always improving

England hat-trick hero Jermain Defoe says there's a lot more to come from him.

The Tottenham striker insists he is always improving his game.

He said: “I’m always going to work hard and try to improve. I work in training, I stay behind and practice my finishing and I’ve always done that.

“I think my game has changed over the years - I get more involved now. It’s a great time, I’m playing with great players and I know I’m going to get chances so it’s just a matter of getting in the box and taking them.

“But I still feel I can improve and will continue to get better and better. I will always strive to improve my game and feel you can always improve no matter what stage your at with your career.”

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 Tottenham striker Defoe confirms op on backburner

Tottenham striker Jermain Defoe says groin op is on the backburner.

Defoe is so keen to carry on playing he is ready to ignore medical advice to have a hernia operation which would sideline him for a few weeks.

He said: “I’m not too sure whether I’m going to have the operation because I didn’t have a reaction on Friday night, which is nice.

“It’s been a little bit sore for weeks but I’m doing a lot of core work in the gym to strengthen the area and it’s feeling better.

“I always want to play and put myself up for selection. I’ve spoken to the physios at the club and obviously you have to try and listen to them but I told t hem they have to trust me.

“I know my body and I’ve been lucky enough not to have too many injuries.

“Lucky enough on Friday night I didn’t get any reaction at all so perhaps I can get away without having the operation.”

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Tottenham Hotspur Football Club (AKA Tottenham FC, Spurs, Tottenham Hotspur, Lilywhites) is a British club based in North London. Tottenham Hotspur is one of 5 Greater-London based Premier League clubs (the other football clubs are Chelsea FC, Arsenal FC, West Ham United and Fulham). The club's stadium is the famous White Hart Lane. The Spurs are well known for their avid, huge body of fans that makes every home match at White Hart Lane a true football experience. Tottenham tickets are hard to get and the stadium, with a capacity of about 36,000 seats, is almost always full of season card holders.

Tottenham Hotspur FC was formed, like many other British clubs, at the end of the 19th century and was called then Hotspur FC. The club's 60 first years feature a struggle to climb to the First Division. Success came with the rule of Manager Arthur Rowe, and a First Division Championship at 1951.

After fairly successful years at the First Division (but no title) Bill Nicolson was appointed Manager. Starting at 1936 and serving in every possible capacity, Nicholson was responsible for the best years Tottenham have ever had. Under him the Spurs won 8 major titles in 16 years. Since then Tottenham Hotspur FC was almost always at the First Division (and later the Premier League), with a slight decent to the second division for one season in the 70s. Tottenham Hotspur club was the first to achieve the League and FA Cup Double, in the 1960–61 season. The Spurs became the first British club to get a major European trophy by winning the European Cup Winners' Cup in 1963.

The club won the League Cup on two occasions over the successful 70s and was the winner of the UEFA Cup in 1972. Tottenham Hotspur FC success continued over the 80s in which several additional trophies were won. In 2008 they won the League Cup once more, meaning that they have won a trophy in each of the last six decades. The only other club in Britain that can boast on such an ongoing achievement is ManU.

Among Tottenham Hotspur FC best known players are Steve Perryman, the record holder of appearances in Spurs games – 854. Jimmy Greaves scored a club record of 266 goals for Tottenham FC. Stephen Carr and Robbie Keane won the “Player of the Year” title more than once in recent years.