Visit a North London pub at any time during the week, and you’ll see two grown men ferociously bloodying one another’s noses, bellowing profanities about Tottenham and Arsenal. The debate as to which is better will rage until the end of time. Except in the Jonathan Woodgate house.

Apparently, Tottenham players have nicknamed Jonathan Woodgate ‘Frank’, due to his likeness to Frank Gallagher from Shameless. They both have long greasy hair and they have both had brushes with the law, but otherwise I’m not too sure about this one.

Last weekend, I re-watched Grand Theft Parsons, the very enjoyable film based on the events following country rock legend Gram Parsons’ death, which lead to his body being kidnapped. The lead role is played by Jackass star Johnny Knoxville, but who is the hippie next to him? Could it be Spurs centre-back Jonathan Woodgate?

“Woody’s” mildly surprising north-south switch sends the rumour mill whirling like a top

Jonathan Woodgate’s unexpected passing through the transfer window in a southerly direction has provoked a noticeable outbreak of chatter, not least because Woodgate seemed even fonder of the Teesside area than his local tourist board.

“My granddad lived round the corner from Ayresome Park, on Brompton Street, my Dad was born on Brompton Street and grew up there. It’s in the blood, I’m a Boro fan, I love Middlesbrough

Jonathan Woodgate’s ex is bringing the sexy back to distance running

Whether it’s a pantomime horse, a full diver’s suit or a giant pair of novelty testicles, many people like to add a little spice to the London Marathon by breaking away from the normal tight shorts and vest dress combo. However, all those running in this year’s race (including myself) could face the welcome distraction of Jonathan Woodgate’s former beau Kate Lawler running in lingerie