Keane back at Spurs

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Keane, following Jermain Defoe and Pascal Chimbonda as players rejoining Spurs, left for Anfield in the summer but has paid the price for failing to fit into the plans of boss Rafael Benitez.

"It was a difficult decision to make to leave Tottenham in the summer," Keane said. "It proved not to be the right move for me."

He added: "I know some Spurs fans will feel I let them down by leaving but I can assure them I shall be giving my all for this club - this club has terrific fans and I want to repay them for all their support. We've got to get on and fight our way up that league table."

Keane has agreed a four-year deal, with the fee starting at £12million before rising with add-ons. It meant there was no significant outlay for Spurs to re-sign the striker due to the money still owed by Liverpool.

After seven goals this season, Benitez left his £20.3million forward out of the squads to face Everton in the FA Cup and Chelsea in the Barclays Premier League at the weekend, preferring French youngster David Ngog on the bench.

Spurs boss Redknapp had stated his admiration for Keane, setting the wheels in motion for one of the most dramatic and swift returns.

Liverpool were unhappy with Redknapp's comments, while Spurs chairman Daniel Levy had been upset by Keane demanding a transfer last summer - but a deal was pushed through to get the Republic of Ireland captain back.

Levy added: "We never wanted Robbie to leave in the summer, we acknowledged the six years dedicated service he gave this club and reluctantly let him go.

"I am delighted that he has chosen to return to us. We can all recall the passion and fight he displayed during his previous seasons with us. I know he is determined to give us his full commitment."