The England striker is set to feature against Wigan Athletic on Sunday after his transfer was sealed on Friday morning.

Defoe agreed terms to rejoin the club he left just over a year ago earlier in the week and was paraded to fans ahead of the Carling Cup semi-final first leg victory over Burnley - but the paperwork was not filed immediately.

"We are delighted to welcome Jermain back to the club," said Spurs chairman Daniel Levy.

Levy only let Defoe go to Pompey as his contract was running down and he needed regular football.

"We had previously been keen for Jermain to sign a new contract to extend his initial stay but at that point in time he felt it was in his interests to move on in order to guarantee himself more starts," Levy added. "I know the club is close to his heart and that he is thrilled to be back and to once again link up with Harry."