Paul Gascoigne has given Tottenham fans further hope that he will feature in a legends game at their new stadium this weekend.
Gascoigne achieved iconic status at White Hart Lane during three seasons there as a player and helped them to their last FA Cup triumph in 1991.
The former England midfielder has tweeted that he would be keen to be part of the glamour fixture on Saturday and has now started training to get himself in shape.
The 51-year-old filmed himself running along a quiet country lane in a hoodie on Wednesday before posting on Twitter.
At one point, Gazza slowed down and looked into the camera before claiming: 'I'm ready for the match! Get it on!'.
He captioned the tweet: 'Nice morning run, just gym & 9 a side tonight ready for the big game Saturday xxxx LOVE GAZZA xxxx.'
Speculation linking Gazza with a part in the game arose when he tweeted last week: 'If there’s a game at spurs im up 4 it'.
It also emerged that Tottenham are interested in a reunion as part of their two test events for the new 62,000-seater stadium.
Spurs’ Under-18 side officially opened the venue with a 3-1 over Southampton last Sunday. A legends side will play Inter Forever on Saturday to complete the testing phase.
Gascoigne's inclusion is likely to be dependent on his health. He has endured a well-documented struggle with alcoholism.
In January he pleaded not guilty to a charge of sexual assault at Teesside Crown Court.
Gascoigne will join the likes of Jurgen Klinsmann, Robbie Keane, Rafael van der Vaart, Darren Anderton and Dimitar Berbatov as star attractions for the event.
Former players Allan Nielsen, Stephen Carr, David Howells, Erik Thorstvedt, Neil Sullivan, Teemu Tainio, Mark Falco, Pascal Chimbonda, Micky Hazard, Chris Perry, Paul Stalteri and Nayim are all involved.
While the inclusion of Edgar Davids, Teddy Sheringham, Chris Waddle, Ledley King, Jermaine Jenas and David Ginola is expected to be confirmed soon.
Gary Mabbutt and Clive Allen will manage the side.
Derrickse
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Keep yasel right Paul! Such a talent mate.
wikipedia
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I must say considering the amount he must have drunk throughout his life he doesn't look as bad as I would expect. Must be blessed with a super liver
Steman
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Go on gazza you legend keep at it
Wendyritchier
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If you stay off the booze you might just do it.
Adrianer
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Would him to beat his demons. It must be so difficult for him
yuccaJuly
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He didn't film himself if he is in the shot !!!! Anyway good luck fella
dramatic
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Let's hope he makes an appearance could be just the boost he needs to keep him on the straight and narrow for a while.
gadgets
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He confirmed himself on Friday that he's playing. It's no secret. Some reception awaiting the pure genius of this fella
bigboss9
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Would love to see him healthy and fit
herbivoro
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GOOD to see him fighting fit
Hobart
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One of the very best to put a pair of football boots on
Hunterron
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Started training Wednesday for a legends game this weekend. Something tells me he won't be quite ready for that.