Redknapp confirms interest in Vieira

Tottenham Hotspur manager Harry Redknapp confirmed that he is indeed after the services of former Arsenal captain and midfield general Patrick Vieira.

The 33-year-old Inter Milan defender is apparently looking for his next move and Redknapp feels that coming back to England and playing for Arsenal's arch-rivals would be the logical next step for him.

Redknapp, speaking after last night's 1-1 draw with FC Barcelona in the Wembley Cup, said: "I'm still interested in Patrick, I would like him.

"What's he done wrong? He hasn't killed anyone, he's just a great player who played for Arsenal.

"If he wants to come to Tottenham it shows you about his character. He wants to come and play, he's a fantastic player and wants to play here."

I'm hoping that Vieira gives Spurs the same responses his fellow musketeers Robért Píres and Thierry Henry gave when other London clubs came calling: "I'm a Gooner," Henry on transfer speculation from Chelsea, and Píres on interest from Tottenham: "Don't they know who I used to play for?"

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scottishgooner

Posted on 26 Jul, 2009 at 09:36 AM - Reply

he will never join the spuds!! thats a step down for him.

Lizarazu

Posted on 25 Jul, 2009 at 05:48 PM - Reply

I doubt he'll leave Inter for them.

miya

Posted on 25 Jul, 2009 at 01:11 PM - Reply

Why didn't we just sign him? As player + coach position. I reckon he still can provide some back up should we fall to terrible situation plus he have the experience which would be good for the youngster to learn. I particularly hoping he could be a good mentor to Alex Song.

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