Jermaine Defoe denies QPR move

Jermain Defoe has dismissed reports of a January move to QPR, insisting that he wants to play out his career with Tottenham.

Reports suggest that the England striker is a top target for new QPR boss Harry Redknapp when the transfer window re-opens on New Year’s Day, but Defoe claims he has no intention of joining Redknapp.

“That’s not going to happen. I’m not leaving Tottenham, I love the club and to score goals at a big club like this is fantastic,” Defoe told Sky Sports News.

“If the opportunity comes to leave the club it won’t be happening. I don’t want to leave, I’m a Spurs player – and I’m happy. I’d like to finish my career at Tottenham. I want to achieve something special here – it’s a great time to be at the club.”

Spurs moved to fifth in the Premier League after Wednesday’s 2-1 win over Liverpool, and Defoe is confident they can sustain their challenge for a Champions League place.

“I thought the performance against Liverpool was great. It was a massive win,” he added. “Character is key and the lads who’ve come in have been fantastic. With the quality we’ve got it’s important to go on a run and we’re capable of doing that.”

Defoe also offered his full backing to Spurs boss Andre Villas-Boas, who has struggled to win over the fans since succeeding Redknapp in the summer.

“It’s difficult for any manager – when you come in you’ve got different ideas,” said Defoe. “It wasn’t the best at Chelsea but that happens. It’s part of life and being a manager, but he’s a fantastic manager and been fantastic for me.

“There’s always a different approach each game and he’s such a nice guy. All the lads want to fight and win for him. I’m just enjoying the journey and I’m sure he is as well.”