Harry Redknapp heart surgery successful

Tottenham Hotspur manager Harry Redknapp has undergone successful heart surgery, the club confirmed this afternoon.

The 64-year-old had two stents inserted to unblock coronary arteries and is expected to be released within 48 hours.

"We are delighted the operation went so smoothly and successfully," said chairman Daniel Levy. "Knowing Harry he will want to rush back, but it's important that he only does so when he has recovered properly."

As a result of the operation, Redknapp will miss his side's trip to Rubin Kazan tomorrow evening.