Caulker Not Ruling Out Swans Return

Steven Caulker is not ruling out a return to the Swans after his loan spell last season

“My aims now are to be at Spurs, especially at the start of the season,” said Caulker, who last week penned a new deal to stay at White Hart Lane until 2016.

“I’m looking for an opportunity there, though there’s obviously going to be a lot of competition. You’ve got to have that confidence and belief that you can break through.

“Whenever a new manager comes in there’s a fresh start for everyone and I’ll look forward to getting back to the club after the Olympics and try my best to make an impact.

“I’d never rule out another loan spell at Swansea,” he said.

“We had great success last year to finish 11th in the Premier League and it would be stupid to rule out playing for a club of that ambition.

“Swansea helped me massively last year, both as a player and an individual, and I’ve come a long way since I was first at the club. We made at a mark on the Premier League and it was great to be part of that.

“Composure was a big part of our play last year as was the confidence to play out from the back,” he said.

“Swansea’s style gave you the real belief that you were good enough with the players in front of you making good movements.

“It helped me as a ball-playing defender and that’s something you need at a big club like Spurs.

“It was a great year and one where I learned a lot.

“I’ve had time away on loan as well at Yeovil and Bristol City and it’s all part of life experience as well and learning to grow up.”