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Jermain Defoe is back from suspension to boost the Spurs attack for Saturday's Premier League clash with Sunderland.

Fellow England international Aaron Lennon could also swell the options of manager Harry Redknapp, who rates the winger "50-50" to return ahead of schedule from an ankle injury.

Jonathan Woodgate is set to replace injured centre-back Sebastien Bassong (hamstring) while Alan Hutton stands by should right-back Vedran Corluka fail a fitness test.

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce has a few selection issues to pick through ahead of his side's trip to White Hart Lane.

Striker Kenwyne Jones is suspended after being sent off against West Ham last week, while skipper Lorik Cana is also banned after five yellow cards.

Cana's absence is a blow with Lee Cattermole also out with medial ligament damage, while John Mensah (calf) and Bolo Zenden (hip) are doubtful.