Jones snubs Spurs and signs new Sunderland deal

Sunderland striker Kenwyne Jones has ended speculation over his future by signing a new four-and-a-half-year deal at the Stadium of Light.

The 24-year-old Trinidad and Tobago international put pen to paper after Tottenham were told once and for all that he was not for sale.

Jones' decision to extend his stay on Wearside until the summer of 2013 was announced this morning.

Manager Ricky Sbragia told the club's website, www.safc.com: "I'm absolutely delighted that Kenwyne has committed to the club for the long term.

"He's young with a great future ahead of him and has already proven himself to be a key player for us.

"The fact that we've had interest from top clubs shows how much of an asset he is and it's fantastic that he will be a Sunderland player for many years to come."

Earlier today it was reported that Spurs tabled a £15m take-it-or-leave-it deal for Jones, but Sunderland look to have resisted this approach.

Harry Redknapp may now turn his attention to Lyon striker Fred or former player Robbie Keane in a bid to solve the club's striker crisis.