Harry Redknapp statement

It was my decision and something I have been thinking about for some time. I made it without any pressure from the chairman or the board.

I feel very proud of both my own and the club’s achievements over the last two and a half years leaving them in an excellent position.

I would like to place on record my sincere thanks to the chairman and his board for their support, to the players who have performed outstandingly and all the supporters who have been absolutely fantastic to me and the club during my time at Portsmouth FC.

I will now spend a short period of time resting, to recharge my batteries before contemplating my future.