Spurs delight as new complex takes shape

Harry Redknapp and his Tottenham Hotspur players are suitably impressed with progress at the club’s new training facility, opening in 2012.

Manager Redknapp, together with members of the first team and coaching staff, viewed the pitches and buildings under construction at a 71-acre plot in Bull’s Cross, Enfield.

The complex will have 10 natural grass pitches and one synthetic pitch, complete with undersoil heating.

Building work on a two-storey training centre is also under way.

It will include fitness and medical facilities, a gym, swimming pool, as well as dining lounges and a media centre.

“Absolutely fantastic,” Redknapp said.

“What a facility for players to come and work in every day and for young players who are thinking about coming to Spurs.”

“You won’t find a better training facility than this anywhere.”

“It’s got everything a player would need – top-class facilities and fantastic pitches.”

“Hopefully we can create a great atmosphere around the place when we move here to match the facility.”

Centre-back Michael Dawson feels the state-of-the-art training ground is set to match Tottenham’s on-field improvement in recent seasons.

“It’s fantastic,” Dawson said.

“It’s still a year away from being finished, but when you look at the plans and you see it already taking shape, you know it’s going to be special.”

“We’re a top team and we need top facilities, and it will all be here, and the players are going to benefit from it.”