John Terry wins battle to create top of the range gym extension to his £2.5m home

John Terry has won a battle with neighbours over plans to turn his home into the ultimate footballer's "crib".

The 28-year-old England and Chelsea captain has been given the nod to build an extension to his £2.25million house for a gym, pool, sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi.

Residents in Oxshott, Surrey, had objected to the move, but council chiefs gave him the go-ahead.

A pal said: "John's delighted. He'll have all the keep-fit facilities he needs to get in shape for the World Cup next year."