Jermain Defoe is a long way from the Premier League but ready for Woking ‘gamble’

Jermain Defoe is a long way from the Premier League but ready for Woking ‘gamble’

The former England, Tottenham and West Ham striker has dropped into the fifth tier for his first managerial job but is keen to earn his stripes and says there will be no excuses if success doesn’t come

Jermain Defoe 'can't expect to jump in at the top' after bagging Woking gig

Jermain Defoe has been named the new manager of Woking but has no issues beginning his management journey in non-league, despite an impressive Premier League career

Jermain Defoe says he hopes to be a trailblazer for black managers as he targets promotion with Woking.

The former England striker has been appointed as the permanent successor to Neal Ardley in his first full managerial role. Defoe has previously coached at Rangers and worked in Tottenham’s academy. He says he’s determined to make the most of the opportunity. https://audioboom.com/posts/8882399-jermaine-defoe

Jermain Defoe excited by ‘gamble’ of Woking project

Jermain Defoe has said his first venture into management with Woking is a gamble but is excited by the project. The former Premier League star has taken the reins at fifth-tier Woking in his first managerial role. Defoe has earned coaching experience at Rangers and Tottenham Hotspur but now leads a side from a senior position. It will be the first time Defoe has been involved in non-league football but a challenge he is ready to embrace. “I know…

Jermain Defoe speaks to media for the first time on being appointed as new Woking manager

Jermain Defoe speaks to the media for the first time on being appointed as new Woking manager, which came as a surprise to the football world. The 43 year old spoke of his delight at the opportunity, saying it is a long-term plan after a smooth transition from playing and added that the club’s history, fans, infrastructure, and supportive ownership were reasons behind his decision to take the job. Woking currently sit 10th in the National League…