Merson to quit Pompey as Redknapp looks to Spurs

Paul Merson looks set to leave Barclaycard Premiership newcomers Portsmouth but manager Harry Redknapp has reiterated his desire…

Paul Merson looks set to leave Barclaycard Premiership newcomers Portsmouth but manager Harry Redknapp has reiterated his desire to sign Darren Anderton.

Merson is in talks with two midlands clubs according to Redknapp, who has left the decision to the former England midfielder.

But Redknapp has wasted no time lining up a possible replacement in midfield, with former Pompey hero Anderton emerging as a target, although the Fratton Park manager admits talks with Tottenham have not progressed far.

Redknapp told Sky Sports News: "Merson's speaking to a few clubs and he's got to decide where he wants to go. It's Merson's decision.

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"We've not gone into the transfer market and spent big money but we've got some quality players.

"I've spoken to people at Tottenham, I've declared my interest. There's an opportunity, a chance it could happen.

"He's a class player, he has had his injury problems for sure but if we could get him here and get him playing he'd be an asset for us."