Source: Daily_Mail
Harry Redknapp named manager of the year for cracking top four with Tottenham Hotspur
Harry Redknapp has been named Barclays Manager of the Season after guiding Tottenham Hotspur into the Champions League.[LNB]The gong caps a fantastic week for the 63-year-old, whose side guaranteed at least fourth place in the League with a 1-0 win at big-spending Manchester City.[LNB]There had been calls for Roy Hodgson to be recognised for his achievement in taking Fulham to the Europa League final. But, as the award has an emphasis on League performance, Tottenham's achievements have been awarded at the expense of their London rivals.[LNB] Out on top: Redknapp (left) outwitted Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini[LNB]Drenched: David Bentley soaks his boss after the victory over City[LNB]'I'm delighted to receive the award but it's a team effort withKevin (Bond), Joe (Jordan), Clive (Allen), Tony (Parks), Tim(Sherwood), Les (Ferdinand) and all the coaching and fitness staff,' hesaid.[LNB]'Really, I'm just part of the team. It's all down to the players and what they've achieved. It's down to them really and a real honour to receive it.'[LNB]The season could yet get even better if Tottenham win at Burnley on Sunday and Arsenal lose at home against Fulham - results that would see Spurs finish third above their north London rivals.[LNB] Europe here we come: Spurs players celebrate finishing in the top four[LNB]The top managerial accolade in the Premier League was voted by the Barclays Awards Panel, which is made up of football's governing bodies, the media and fans.Redknapp is only the second manager in the Premier League era to win the award without winning the championship. George Burley was first to break the mould after Ipswich Town finished fifth in 2000-01.[LNB] PICTURE SPECIAL: What happened to Tottenham's booze ban, Harry? Redknapp's men celebrate Champions League qualification with night out in LondonBale snubs United to sign new Spurs deal - with Harry and King to followFive Spurs stars who have prospered under Redknapp - and five he should buy to take the Champions League by stormOld rivals Tottenham deserve Champions League football, admits gracious Arsenal boss Arsene WengerTOTTENHAM HOTSPUR FC
