Harry sets Pompey targets
29 Jun 2008 - 07:41:03
Portsmouth manager Harry Redknapp wants to sign four new players as he looks to build a squad capable of challenging on all fronts next season.
Pompey have been linked with a host of players already this summer with the likes of Liverpool duo Peter Crouch and Yossi Benayoun, plus Manchester City captain Richard Dunne all reported to be transfer targets.
But so far Redknapp has added just Reading winger Glen Little to his squad during the close season.
However, ahead of a season which will see the south coast club taking part in Europe for the first time in their history via the UEFA Cup, and also the Premier League, Redknapp is keen to add to his ranks.
"It's going to be interesting playing in the UEFA Cup, but we need a big squad with the number of games it involves," he told the club's official website.
"It's difficult to maintain a strong league position and do well in Europe. To do that you need a big squad that you can rotate.
"I think we need four more good players for a squad capable of fighting on both fronts.
"I need a striker. I've only got Jermain Defoe, David Nugent and Kanu. I might even need two strikers, in all honesty, now that Milan Baros has gone back after coming here on loan.
"I'd like another centre-half, a position where we desperately need cover.
"I'd like another wide player too, because we're still short in that area even though we've signed Glen Little. And I may need someone who can play centre-half or midfield.
"I know the players I like, but getting them is another thing. It's a waiting game."
