Just seen on the clubs Facebook page that Ledley has had to retire because of injury. What a legend and one of my all time favourite players, some big boots to fill He will stay with club as we all expected he would... Sad day IMO
It's not going to come as a shock to anyone, but Ledley King has officially retired from playing football. He's staying on at the club in an ambassadorial role, which is something, but there's no doubt that he'll be missed. I'm sure that we'd all like to thank him for all of the outstanding performances down the years. It would be nice to have an opportunity to do it at the Lane, in some form of testimonial. EDIT: Beat me to it!
Great natural defender. I can only re-quote what Henry said about him in order to highlight King's qualities.
Sad to think we'll never see him out on the pitch playing at the Lane again but it's the right move for all concerned. Towards the end of the season you could see he was struggling and it must be a relief in some way for Ledders to be able to finally give his knees the rest they need. Fantastic servant to the club and am glad to see he' sticking with us in an ambassadorial role.
Ledley King - Club Legend [video=youtube;SjxmyjLp9tg]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SjxmyjLp9tg[/video]
I love that clip, the sort of defending that gets you on your feet applauding as much as some goals would.
Sad to hear he is retiring, true legend, shame his career has been cut short and that he ain't been able to play more, he is the type of player any club wants, a player who is so loyal and plays his whole career at one club.
absolutely gutted, yet we all knew it was coming. Legend. - a worst that is overused, but it's days like today where it's meaning couldn't be more perfect.
I remember his debut,against Liverpool (i think) he played right back and Liverpool were a better team then. The commontator said that he was a natural defender and would grace the white shirt of Spurs for many years to come. How right he was. and I raise my to you thanks for the great memories "The King of White Hart Lane"
Would just like to echo what has been said and just add that he will be remembered as a rolls royce player and some who always gave everything for the team and fans good luck to him with whatever he does next!!
