Harry Redknapp insists Arsenal icon wanted to play for Tottenham
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7-second readHarry Redknapp has revealed how close he came to taking Patrick Vieira to Tottenham after the Frenchman had left Arsenal and continued his career elsewhere.
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Harry Redknapp has revealed how close he came to taking Patrick Vieira to Tottenham after the Frenchman had left Arsenal and continued his career elsewhere.
Vieira remains an Arsenal icon because of his contribution to the club’s success, particularly during their unbeaten Premier League title-winning campaign in 2003/04. His achievements at the Emirates have ensured that he is fondly remembered by supporters, but his legacy in north London could have been very different had he accepted an offer to join Tottenham.
Redknapp, who enjoyed a successful spell in charge of Spurs, has now explained how he personally approached the former midfielder about a possible move. The manager had a strong reputation among players, and Vieira was willing to meet him to discuss the possibility of joining the club.
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