Harry Redknapp hopes for early return

Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp is reportedly planning an early return to the dugout after his minor heart operation.

The 64-year-old has been ordered to rest for five weeks, but Redknapp is hoping to make a return to the club before then.

"After this weekend we have a break for international matches," Redknapp said. "After that I'll be back at Tottenham and back on the training pitch."

Tottenham assistant manager Joe Jordan oversaw the side's 3-1 win over Fulham yesterday, but he admitted that Redknapp will be keen to return to the fold after watching the North London club struggle in the second half.

Spurs are currently fifth in the Premier League table with a game in hand.