Pompey plan gets lost in translation

PORTSMOUTH manager Harry Redknapp has claimed having players who cannot speak English is harming his chances of saving the club from relegation.

Redknapp cited a situation in Monday’s 1-1 draw with former club West Ham, when he sent on substitute John Viafara with specific instructions, only to see the Colombian completely ignore them.

“It’s a crazy situation. We’ve got three people who can’t speak English. You can’t even tell them what to do,” he said.