Harry Redknapp pays tribute to Brendan Rodgers

Tottenham Hotspur manager Harry Redknapp has said that he has "nothing but respect" for Swansea City boss Brendan Rodgers.

Rodgers, who won promotion from the Championship with the Welsh outfit a season ago, has led his side to a comfortable mid-table position in their first ever Premier League campaign.

"Brendan has done an amazing job," he said.

"I just think it's been fantastic that a team can be promoted and pass the ball as they do and cause problems. They are fearless, take the ball in tight situations and play from the back.

"I think it will be a difficult game for us, but it will be a smashing game. I have nothing but respect for them."

Tottenham welcome the Swans to White Hart Lane this afternoon.