Who are the most loyal players in the club’s long history? Here, we break down the top 10 players with the most appearances for Tottenham Hotspur.
Which Tottenham players have made the most appearances
10. Jimmy Dimmock
One of the most prominent figures in the early history of Tottenham Hotspur, Jimmy Dimmock’s service to the club and his impressive goalscoring record made him a fan-favourite at Spurs and he remains a true legend in North London.
He scored the winning goal in the 1921 FA Cup final at just 20-years-old, and the pacy left-winger was regarded as one of the most exciting and skilful players of his generation.
Appearances: 437
Years at club: 1919-1931
Position: Winger
9. Alan Gilzean
After moving from Dundee, Alan Gilzean went on to forge an incredibly successful career with Spurs, where he would become one of the club’s all-time leading goalscorers. The Scotsman formed a frightening partnership with Jimmy Greaves, with Gilzean’s graceful, methodical style of play the perfect foil for his prolific teammate.
Gilzean was part of the Spurs side that won the FA Cup in 1967, the League Cup in 1971, and the UEFA Cup in 1972.
Appearances: 439
Years at club: 1964-1974
Position: Striker
8. Hugo Lloris
Modern readers will not need reminding who Hugo Lloris is, but just in case, the Frenchman was the club’s number one keeper for a decade, and club captain for just shy of ten years, too. Lloris was almost ever-present throughout the Mauricio Pochettino era at Spurs, and led the Lilywhites to the Champions League final in 2019. which included a memorable penalty save at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium against Manchester City.
The World Cup-winning keeper saw his career take a turn for the worst in the 2022/23 season, however, with a number of errors leading to goals against Spurs. He was eventually injured towards the end of that campaign, and with the arrival of Guglielmo Vicario, Lloris never played for the club again and ended up moving to LAFC
Appearances: 447
Years at club: 2012-2023
Position: Goalkeeper
7. Ted Ditchburn
Our goalkeeper for that historic First Division win in 1950/51, playing every game that season, and he continued to be first-choice keeper for years to come. Ted Ditchburn was a key component in Tottenham’s famous ‘push and run’ tactic, with his distribution from the back integral to the success of the system.
He was a goalkeeper blessed with excellent reflexes, a natural calmness, and a solid command of his area. Fun fact: Ditchburn made 247 consecutive league appearances between April 1948 and March 1954. Talk about consistency.
Appearances: 452
Years at club: 1946-1958
Position: Goalkeeper
6. Heung-min Son
An iconic Tottenham figure of the Premier League era having recorded a remarkable partnership with Harry Kane which struck fear into opposition defences for a number of years.
Having signed from Bayer Leverkusen in 2015, Heung-min Son has firmly established himself in not only the heart of Spurs fans, but also the club’s record books when he captained his side to win the Europa League in 2025. Son left Tottenham for LAFC in August 2025 to seek a fresh challenge.
Appearances: 454
Years at club: 2015-2025
Position: Forward
5. Glenn Hoddle
One of the most naturally gifted, most intelligent and skilful footballers of all time, Glenn Hoddle is a genuine Tottenham legend. But, it is not just his talents that endeared him to the Spurs faithful, he was also incredibly loyal to the club, staying in North London for 12 years and making nearly 500 appearances.
Capable of real magic on the pitch, Hoddle is one of the greatest English players ever. The midfield maestro had unbelievable ball control, dazzling footwork, a keen eye for goal, and the ability to change a game on his own.
Appearances: 490
Years at club: 1975-1987
Position: Midfielder
4. Cyril Knowles
A solid defender, with a penchant for getting forward and overlapping the winger, and capable of delivering a killer cross, Cyril Knowles was a real icon at Tottenham in his playing days. He was another member of that incredible squad in the 1960s and ’70s, winning the FA Cup, the League Cup twice, and the UEFA Cup.
He is one of only five players to make more than 500 appearances for the Lilywhites, and was beloved by the Spurs fans for his hard-working and passionate displays. He even got his own chant he was that popular — Nice one Cyril.
Appearances: 506
Years at club: 1964-1975
Position: Left-back
3. Pat Jennings
You could say goalkeepers have an easier time accruing appearances for their clubs, but that’s only the case if they are the number one stopper, and to get to nearly 600 games says a lot about the quality of Pat Jennings. The Northern Irishman is widely considered one of the greatest to ever stand between the posts, and he actually made over 1000 appearances throughout his career.
In his 13-year stay with Spurs, Jennings won the FA Cup, the UEFA Cup, and the League Cup twice. He even scored a goal for the Lilywhites in the Charity Shield of 1967. He was the first goalkeeper to win the PFA Player of the Year Award, and still remains one of only two to do so.
Appearances: 590
Years at club: 1964-1977
Position: Goalkeeper
2. Gary Mabbutt
Another member of the super successful Spurs side of the 1980s and early ’90s, Gary Mabbutt was a highly decorated and highly respected player who served the club for 16-years, and as captain for 11 of them. He lifted the UEFA Cup in 1984 and the FA Cup in 1991.
Though he started his career as a midfielder, Mabbutt’s strength, resilience, and versatility led to him becoming a defender for Spurs. He was a no-nonsense player, but one that possessed great awareness, intelligence, and composure, too.
Appearances: 611
Years at club: 1982-1998
Position: Centre-back
1. Steve Perryman
If you want to find a record that is never getting broken, look no further than Steve Perryman’s incredible service to Tottenham Hotspur with a whopping 854 appearances for the club over a 17-year period. The versatile midfielder-turned-defender came through the club’s academy, became club captain, and was part of one of the most successful eras in Tottenham’s history.
Perryman won the League Cup twice, the UEFA Cup twice, the FA Cup twice, and one Charity Shield for good measure. He was the epitome of professionalism and loyalty, and an incredible leader.
Appearances: 854
Years at club: 1969-1986
Position: Defender/midfielder