Harry Redknapp concedes it will take a miracle for Spurs to finish above Chelsea

03 February 2011 10:51
Uphill task: Harry Redknapp thinks it is unlikely Spurs will finish above Chelsea[LNB] Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp has admitted his side face an uphill task if they are to finish above Chelsea this season given the Blues' recent signings.[LNB]Spurs currently sit in fifth place, three points off Chelsea and a Champions League spot and ten points adrift of leaders Manchester United.[LNB]Speaking after Spurs' 1-0 win at Blackburn, Redknapp stated his belief that Chelsea are capable of launching a title challenge thanks to the acquisitions of Fernando Torres and David Luiz.[LNB]'For us to finish above them would be a real feat,' said Redknapp.[LNB]'I would not write Chelsea off from winning the championship. Although Manchester United look as though they keep getting results they are not playing as well as they have done in the past.[LNB]'They are red-hot favourites but Chelsea have won the championship and have Torres to come in.[LNB]'They could go on a run and be a big danger to everyone.'[LNB]Given Redknapp's admission it would appear he sees catching Manchester City as Spurs best route into the Champions League. Off-form City are five points clear of the North Londoners in third place but have played a game more.[LNB] Heads I lose: Steven Pienaar out for two weeks after being knocked unconscious by fellow South African Bongani KhumaloBlackburn 0 Tottenham 1: Crouch strike gets Spurs back to winning waysIt's plane crazy! King has to delay operation after losing his passportAll the latest Tottenham news, features and opinion[LNB][LNB]  Explore more:People: Harry Redknapp

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