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Jermain Defoe 'throws his hat into the ring for first managerial job'... as the former England star claims it 'makes sense because of our relationship'

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Jermain Defoe is reportedly in the running to land his first managerial role.

Defoe, 41, enjoyed a hugely impressive career for the likes of West Ham, Portsmouth, Tottenham and Sunderland, while he also scored 20 times in 57 caps for England.

Since retiring in 2022, Defoe has combined punditry work alongside a career in coaching, with the former striker returning to Spurs to work with their academy.

He has regularly spoken about not only a desire to succeed in the dugout, but also his aim to inspire more black coaches and managers.