Tottenham executive director Paul Barber is set to leave the club's board next year to become chief executive of the Vancouver Whitecaps.

The Canadian-based Whitecaps play in the United Soccer Leagues First Division but are set to join the MLS in 2011, with Barber joining them next year after working on Spurs' shirt and new stadium sponsorship until the end of February.

Spurs chairman Daniel Levy said: "Paul will take up his new position in the spring of 2010. He will remain in his role of executive director progressing our new shirt sponsor and stadium naming rights discussions until the end of February next year.

"After this time, Paul will become a non-executive director, helping to provide a smooth transition."

Levy added: "I should like to take this opportunity to thank Paul for his hard work, dedication and contribution to the growth and success of our commercial operations and for his support for the wider development of our club during his time with us.

"I wish him every success when he takes up his new role in North America."