Spurs agree terms to make free transfer signing of ex-England youth star you’ve probably never heard of

Oh Teddy, Teddy! Teddy, Teddy, Teddy, Teddy, Teddy Smith!

For those of you who are not yet familiar with the name (yep, probably all of you), he is a 24-year-old goalkeeper who is reportedly set to join Spurs on a free transfer.

Smith made nine England appearances for the U18s, U19s and U20s between 2013 and 2016 and was on the books at Southend United until being released at the end of last season.

According to Football Insider, Smith has now agreed terms with Tottenham and is set to sign on a free transfer to bolster our goalkeeping ranks, following Brandon Austin’s loan departure for Viborg in Denmark.

Some real Spurs anoraks may recognise Smith, as he was briefly on trial with us in the summer and appeared in a reserve friendly against Dulwich Hamlet, which ended in a 1-1 draw.

He also played in a 2-2 draw with Ebbsfleet Town.

Smith is better known in the depths of the Football League community, having racked up 26 EFL starts for Southend.