Martin Jol has expressed his delight to have re-signed cult hero Mido to the club on a permanent deal.

Jol told the club’s official website: “We’ve been tracking Mido since his loan ended and we were always keen to bring him back.

“Roma took some persuading and I’m delighted to have him in the squad.

“He knows I like him as a player, his strength in the air and his mentality. It’s an excellent addition to the squad and our striking options are now complete.”

Mido added: “I’m very happy to be back. It was and it always will be a great honour for me to play for Tottenham.

“I always knew in my heart I would be coming back. It is a fantastic move for me, I have some good friends here and it will be good to be back with the lads. I saw them training today and I’m looking forward to working with Martin and Chris again.

“I can’t wait to pull on a Tottenham shirt, to play at the Lane and score some goals.”