Jonathan Woodgate is closing in on a return to Premier League football with Tottenham after getting through 90 minutes of a reserves match on Thursday.
It was the first time in 15 months that the 29-year old had played a full match, getting through the 2-1 loss to QPR behind closed doors, after ongoing groin problems derailed his career But things are looking good for the former Leeds United, Newcastle United and Real Madrid man who may be included in Harry Redknapp's matchday squad for Saturday's trip to Sunderland.
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