Redknapp: Berger the key to unlock Premiership defences

Redknapp told Four-Four-Two Magazine: "The biggest problem I've got is keeping them all fit. I hope we can keep Patrik Berger fit because if I do I've got a top player for nothing".

Redknapp has been frustrated in his attempt to improve the creativity of his midfield after Paul Merson's departure as moves for Nigel Reo-Coker, Stephen Reid and Eyal Berkovic have proved fruitless. Former Derby star Georgi Kinkladze also had a trial and turned out in a reserve outing against Eastleigh, but failed to impress.
As reported, the latest midfielder to be linked in Auxerre star Amdy Faye, also a target for fellow Premiership new-boys Wolverhampton Wanderers. He is rumoured to be ready to sign for Pompey following a trial in Pompeys recent tour of Scotland, but the Senegalese international will cost around 3 million.