Oxford sign Tottenham striker Scarlett on loan

Dane Scarlett has played twice for Spurs in pre-season, scoring one goal

Championship newcomers Oxford United have signed Tottenham striker Dane Scarlett on a season-long loan.

Scarlett, 20, has made 17 first-team appearances for Spurs.

He spent the first half of last season on loan at Ipswich Town in the Championship, failing to score in 12 substitute appearances.

Scarlett's arrival follows Oxford’s 2-0 win at home to Norwich City in their first match since sealing League One promotion.

"The team did really well last season, and I see an opportunity here for myself - Oxford for me was the best option to come and prove myself and show what I can do," Scarlett told the club website.

Scarlett briefly became Tottenham's youngest ever player, aged 16 years and 247 days, when he came on in their Europa League game with Ludogorets in November 2020.

"Dane is such an exciting young centre-forward and we expect that he can begin making a difference straight away," Oxford boss Des Buckingham said.

“Not only does he bring an eye for goal, but his pace and intelligence will be important to us both in the way we attack and in the way we press."