Spurs back in the hunt for former Arsenal star Patrick Vieira

18 September 2009 11:22
Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp is believed to be preparing another bid for Inter Milan midfielder Patrick Vieira in January. [LNB]Spurs tried to buy Vieira during the summer transfer window, only for the potential deal to fall through after the 33-year-old admitted that he couldn't join Arsenal's arch-rivals after nine years with the Gunners.[LNB] Decision time: Vieira might yet decide his future lies away from Inter Milan[LNB]But the club now understand that Vieira's limited playing time with Inter Milan is becoming an increasing concern for him, and the Frenchman will be willing to discuss a return to England with Spurs if manager Jose Mourinho continues to ignore him. [LNB]The 33-year-old was an unused substitute in Inter's goalless draw with Barcelona in the Champions League in mid-week, and Spurs will keep close tabs on his circumstances as the January transfer window draws nearer.[LNB]Vieira has also given Spurs encouragement in their quest by revealing his admiration for Redknapp:[LNB] 'I have a big respect for the manager,' Vieira said. [LNB]'He is somebody I could work under because I really like the personality he's got and every player I know who has worked with him have been really happy.' [LNB] Arsenal and West Ham still in the hunt for Chamakh despite Juventus talksChelsea v TOTTENHAM: Gomes in contention for derbyChelsea v TOTTENHAM: Gomes in contention for derbyHarry hails midfield marvel Wilson Palacios as reason for Spurs revivalTOTTENHAM NEWS AND VIEWS FROM AROUND THE NETARSENAL NEWS AND VIEWS FROM AROUND THE NET[LNB]  Explore more:People:Jose Mourinho, Harry Redknapp, Patrick VieiraPlaces:United Kingdom

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