"Woking is a historic club with huge potential, and I'm thrilled to be part of this exciting project. I can't wait to get started."
"Jermain's achievements as a player speak for themselves, but what stood out to us during the process was how he sees the game, how he drives standards, and his approach to leadership and player development."
"We have a clear plan for where we want to go as a club, and we believe Jermain is the right person to build on the strong foundations already in place and help take us forward in the next phase of that journey."
Jermain Defoe has taken the head coach position at National League side Woking, marking his first full-time management role. Previously, he worked as an academy coach at Tottenham Hotspur and had a brief stint as a caretaker at Rangers. Woking is currently mid-table in England's fifth-tier. Club chairman Todd Johnson praised Defoe's understanding of the game and leadership qualities, expressing confidence in his ability to help the club progress. Defoe's playing career includes notable stints at clubs like Portsmouth, Sunderland, and West Ham.
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