Caulker primed for Tottenham return as Cardiff face relegation from Premier League



Steven Caulker could be set for a return to White Hart Lane this summer if Cardiff are relegated from the Premier League.

The 22-year-old defender made an £8m switch from north London to south Wales last summer after a lack of first-team opportunities at Tottenham.

During his first spell at White Hart Lane, Caulker had loan spells at Yeovil, Bristol City and Swansea.

Going back: Steven Caulker could return to Tottenham this summer after leaving last year

Staying up: Caulker joined Cardiff in an £8m deal, but he is certain to leave if Cardiff are relegated

Poacher: Caulker celebrates after scoring against Fulham at Cardiff City Stadium

But, with Cardiff facing relegation back to the Championship, Spurs boss Tim Sherwood is keen to bring Caulker back to Tottenham.

Caulker's return looks more and more likely given the uncertainty over Younes Kaboul's future.

Besiktas are thought to be interested in the French centre back, who has been plagued by injuries in recent seasons.

After playing for Great Britain at the London 2012 Olympics, Caulker scored on his England debut against Sweden later that year.

Challenge: Caulker found first-team opportunities hard to come by at White Hart Lane