Djed Spence commits to new Tottenham contract

Spence joined Spurs two years ago when Antonio Conte was head coach but struggled for opportunities in his debut campaign and, following loan spells at Rennes, Leeds and Genoa, was expected to leave this summer.

Postecoglou handed the versatile defender a lifeline after he included him on the club's pre-season tour in July and Spence has impressed since.

While the 24-year-old was left out of Spurs' Europa League squad for the group stage last month, Spence recently scored in a last-gasp 2-1 win at Coventry in the Carabao Cup and has proved adept in both full-back positions during his four appearances this term.

The former England Under-21 international agreed a five-year contract on signing for Tottenham from Middlesbrough in 2022 and the club have announced he has signed a new deal until 2028. 

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