Redknapp urges his Spurs to be have a go heroes at Manchester United

24 April 2009 14:53
Harry Redknapp will tell his team to take the initiative at Manchester United and not roll over to the champions-elect.[LNB]The Tottenham Hotspur boss intends to send out an attacking team for Saturday's clash at Old Trafford.[LNB]United can close in on their third consecutive league title in the 5.30pm kick of, but Redknapp believes his side - who have an enviable record against the top teams since he took over eight games into the season - have every chance.[LNB] On the front foot: Spurs striker and captain Robbie Keane (left)[LNB]'It's never easy going to Old Trafford, they're a fantastic team,' he said. 'Against Portsmouth in the first half (midweek) they were in great form.[LNB]'But it's a great game to look forward to. We are clear of relegation now and are looking to finish the season on a high. We are top of the form guide. [LNB]'We will go there and have a go. We are not going to sit back.'[LNB]But Redknapp had nothing but praise for United legends Paul Scholes and Ryan Giggs. The latter should make his 800th appearance for the club tomorrow, while the former made his 600th last week.[LNB]'They are amazing players and a great advert for the game,' said Redknapp. 'They have been involved in everything good United have done. It would take some doing for someone to match them.'[LNB]Despite saying earlier this week he believes European competition next season could distract his side, he insisted he was still keen to qualify for the Europa League.[LNB]'We have set ourselves that target,' he said. 'It would be a feather in the cap of everyone here if we managed to make that given the position we were in when I arrived.'[LNB]Meanwhile, he had kind words for new Ipswich manager Roy Keane. [LNB]'I'm pleased to see him back,' said Redknapp. 'At Sunderland he was always a good fellow to talk to about players.[LNB]'He's a fantastic football man, he did well at Sunderland and I'm sure he'll do well at Ipswich.'[LNB] Spurs facing Messi and Co in Wembley showpiece summer clash with BarcaFact: Tottenham are the best team in London and Chelsea are the worst - the figures can't lieAvailable to YOUR club on a free! Sportsmail's guide to Europe's most eligible out-of-contract players ALL THE WEEKEND'S PREMIER LEAGUE TEAM NEWS TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR FC

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