Redknapp signs new Tottenham contract

Harry Redknapp has signed a contract extension with Tottenham that ties him to the Barclays Premier League club until 2013.

The Spurs manager's current deal was due to expire next year but included an option for a further two years which the club have now exercised.

"The club is delighted to announce that we have extended the contract of manager Harry Redknapp until 2013," read a statement on club website www.tottenhamhotspur.com.

"Harry guided the side to fourth place in his first full season with the club, our highest league finish since the Premier League's inception, with the prospect of competing in the Champions League for the first time this coming campaign.

"The achievement earned him the Barclay's Premier League Manager of the Season award."