Redknapp eyes four signings

Portsmouth boss Harry Redknapp has admitted that he would like to sign up to four new players this summer. Pompey have already made a move for Glen Little, but are expected to tie up a few more deals before the season begins.

"It's going to be interesting playing in the Uefa Cup, but we need a big squad with the number of games it involves,” Redknapp told the club’s official website.

"It's difficult to maintain a strong league position and do well in Europe. To do that you need a big squad that you can rotate.

"I think we need four more good players for a squad capable of fighting on both fronts.

"I need a striker. I've only got Jermain Defoe, David Nugent and Kanu. I might even need two strikers, in all honesty, now that Milan Baros has gone back after coming here on loan.

"Milan did all alright for us. He's a good lad and worked hard. But I'm really looking for someone to play with Jermain Defoe.

"I'd like another centre half, a position where we desperately need cover," added Redknapp.

"I'd like another wide player too, because we're still short in that area even though we've signed Glen Little.

"And I may need someone who can play centre half or midfield. I know the players I like, but getting them is another thing. It's a waiting game."