Fraser Forster
Tottenham Hotspur

Fraser Forster

Fraser Forster of Tottenham Hotspur was born in Hexham, England on 17 March 1988 (age 37).

Fraser Forster
Fraser Forster · Photo: Vagelis Georgariou

Fraser Forster was born on 17 March 1988 in England and currently serves as a goalkeeper for Tottenham Hotspur. At a towering height of 6ft 7in (2.01m) and weighing 14st 9lb (93kg), Forster is an imposing presence between the goalposts. He currently dons the number 20 jersey for his club.

Forster embarked on his professional football journey with Newcastle United as a trainee in July 2004. However, in order to gain necessary match experience, he spent seasons on loan at Stockport County, Bristol Rovers, and Norwich City, where he made notable 38 first-team appearances in the 2009 - 2010 season.

Celtic beckoned in August 2010, initially on loan and later, in a permanent deal signed in July 2012, worth around £2m. Forster had a profound impact at Celtic, impressing in his debut season by racking up 36 first team appearances in league matches and enhancing his hero status in the following seasons. Performances that earned him a meaningful place in the hearts of the club's faithful support.

However, the allure of England's top flight was irresistible and Forster made a significant £10m switch to Southampton in August 2014. His time with The Saints highlighted his abilities, particularly during the 2016-17 season where he had 38 first team appearances. A brief return to Celtic on loan in the 2019-20 season rekindled fond memories and connection with the Parkhead faithful.

He returned from Scotland to Southampton in June 2020 and later transferred to Tottenham Hotspur in July 2022. At Tottenham, Forster continues to remain an integral part of the team, illustrating his enduring ability to play at the deadliest of levels.

Overall, Forster’s dedication, skills, and loyalty make him not just a fine goalkeeper but also a true beacon of the beautiful game. His name echoes in the hallowed halls of Celtic Park as a hero who graced the greens with his talent.

This player profile is regularly updated with new stats and analysis throughout the season. Last updated 29 May 2025. Send feedback

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Goalkeeper
Primary Position
Fraser Forster
GK
2.01m (6ft 7in)
Height
20
Squad Number
93kg (14st 9lb)
Weight
17 March 1988 (age 37)
Date of Birth
Hexham
Birthplace
England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
Country of Birth
Tottenham Hotspur
Team

Season stats

Team
Tottenham Hotspur
Tottenham Hotspur
Premier League 2024 - 2025
Games
7
Starting
7
Substitute
-
Unused
31
Utilisation
18%
Goals
-
Yellows
-
Reds
-
Team
Tottenham Hotspur
Tottenham Hotspur
League Cup 2024 - 2025
Games
2
Starting
2
Substitute
-
Unused
3
Utilisation
40%
Goals
-
Yellows
-
Reds
-
Team
Tottenham Hotspur
Tottenham Hotspur
Europa League 2024 - 2025
Games
4
Starting
4
Substitute
-
Unused
11
Utilisation
27%
Goals
-
Yellows
-
Reds
-

Career stats

Team
Tottenham Hotspur
Tottenham Hotspur
Season 2024 - 2025
Country
England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
Games
7
Goals
-
Team
Tottenham Hotspur
Tottenham Hotspur
Season 2022 - 2023
Country
England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
Games
14
Goals
-
Team
Southampton
Southampton
Season 2021 - 2022
Country
England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
Games
19
Goals
-
Team
Southampton
Southampton
Season 2020 - 2021
Country
England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
Games
8
Goals
-
Team
Celtic
Celtic
Season 2019 - 2020
Country
Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
Games
28
Goals
-
Team
Southampton
Southampton
Season 2018 - 2019
Country
England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
Games
1
Goals
-
Team
Southampton
Southampton
Season 2017 - 2018
Country
England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
Games
20
Goals
-
Team
Southampton
Southampton
Season 2016 - 2017
Country
England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
Games
38
Goals
-
Team
Southampton
Southampton
Season 2015 - 2016
Country
England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
Games
18
Goals
-
Team
Southampton
Southampton
Season 2014 - 2015
Country
England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
Games
30
Goals
-
Team
Celtic
Celtic
Season 2013 - 2014
Country
Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
Games
37
Goals
-
Team
Celtic
Celtic
Season 2012 - 2013
Country
Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
Games
34
Goals
-
Team
Celtic
Celtic
Season 2011 - 2012
Country
Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
Games
33
Goals
-
Team
Celtic
Celtic
Season 2010 - 2011
Country
Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
Games
36
Goals
-
Team
Norwich City
Norwich City
Season 2009 - 2010
Country
England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
Games
38
Goals
-
Team
Bristol Rovers
Bristol Rovers
Season 2009 - 2010
Country
England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
Games
4
Goals
-
Team
Stockport County
Stockport County
Season 2008 - 2009
Country
England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
Games
6
Goals
-

Transfers

Team
Tottenham Hotspur
Tottenham Hotspur
1 July 2022
From
Southampton
Southampton
Type
Free Transfer
Team
Southampton
Southampton
1 June 2020
From
Celtic
Celtic
Type
Returned from loan
Team
Celtic
Celtic
22 August 2019
From
Southampton
Southampton
Type
Loan
Team
Southampton
Southampton
9 August 2014
From
Celtic
Celtic
Type
Fee (£10m)
Team
Celtic
Celtic
5 July 2012
From
Newcastle United
Newcastle United
Type
Fee (£2m)
Team
Celtic
Celtic
24 August 2010
From
Newcastle United
Newcastle United
Type
Loan
Team
Norwich City
Norwich City
28 August 2009
From
Newcastle United
Newcastle United
Type
Loan
Team
Bristol Rovers
Bristol Rovers
31 July 2009
From
Newcastle United
Newcastle United
Type
Loan
Team
Stockport County
Stockport County
8 October 2008
From
Newcastle United
Newcastle United
Type
Loan
Team
Newcastle United
Newcastle United
1 July 2004
Type
Trainee

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