Defoe to sue police over 'wrongful arrest'

England star Jermain Defoe is suing the police after his “wrongful” arrest on suspicion of driving while disqualified, his lawyer said.

The Tottenham striker was held for several hours at a police station in Harlow, Essex, at the end of last month.

Essex Police said they had already apologised for their mistake, which they blamed on a computer inputting error.

The 26-year-old striker, who scored twice for England against Holland on Wednesday, said he would donate any damages awarded to charity.