Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, has paid tribute to Ledley King in a heartfelt video message ahead of the legendary former captain’s Testimonial match on Monday.

Ledley is an Ambassador for the Mayor’s ‘Team London’ programme, aimed at addressing the greatest needs of the city, making communities a better place to live, and increasing opportunities for young people. Both have also worked closely together in driving the regeneration of Tottenham.

The Mayor unfortunately cannot be at White Hart Lane for Monday’s match that sees the current first team take on a Ledley Guest XI, but gave high praise indeed during his message.

He said: “The kids in this city have fantastic talents, but what they often need is somebody to inspire or motivate them through his or her example.

“You could not have a better example of somebody who has done fantastic things professionally, and yet continues to contribute to the community, than Ledley King.

“Thank you, Ledley, for everything you do for our city. You were a stalwart on the pitch and still the King of the Lane. Congratulations on your Testimonial, have a great evening.”

KING OF THE LANE

Our dedicated Testimonial microsite - exclusive videos, Ledley's diary, Ledley's top five games, Testimonial line-ups and interviews - it's all on King of the Lane...

OFFICIAL TESTIMONIAL PROGRAMME

Don't miss our special A4-size, 68-page Testimonial programme featuring tributes from a host of Ledley's former team-mates including Gareth Bale, Jermain Defoe, Robbie Keane, Luka Modric, Glenn Hoddle and Teddy Sheringham plus, of course, Ledley's life and times at the Lane in words and photographs.

LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE

A limited number of tickets are still available to purchase by visiting https://www.eticketing.co.uk/tottenhamhotspur/default.aspx or calling 0844 844 0102 (Option 1). A per ticket booking fee of £1.75 (online) or £2.25 (phone) will apply.

Alternatively, you can buy your tickets in person at the Ticket Office both on matchdays and non-matchdays.

Our former skipper's chosen charities Tottenham Hotspur Foundation’s Skills project, The Willow Foundation and Bowel Cancer Awareness UK will all benefit from monies raised from Ledley's Testimonial Match, with the Tottenham Tribute Trust also set to receive a contribution of the funds received.

Tickets are priced as follows:

Adults - £20.00

Seniors (65+) - £10.00

Junior (U16) - £5.00

Family package (Two Adults and Two Juniors) - available in all areas at £40.00

Hospitality packages are still available for the game - contact the hospitality team on: 0208 365 5010 or email hospitality@tottenhamhotspur.com