Harry Kane sends heartfelt Jermain Defoe message as ex-Spurs star makes retirement decision

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Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane has hailed Jermain Defoe after the veteran forward announced his decision to retire from football. The ex-England man, who was most recently plying his trade with League One Sunderland, confirmed his intentions to step away from the game on Thursday morning.

Following the decision, a number of players sent their well-wishes to Defoe, one of those being Kane. During his progression through the Spurs’ academy, the forward saw the diminutive striker during his peak years and no doubt harnessed his own finishing ability alongside him.

Taking to social media following Defoe’s announcement, Kane wrote: “Top striker, top bloke and someone who gave me some great advice in my early career as well as his number 18 shirt! Happy retirement @IAmJermainDefoe”.

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Defoe had two spells with Spurs throughout his career, originally joining the club from West Ham United back in 2004. The now