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Redknapp rules out purchase of costly Parker

ESPN staff
July 17, 2011
Scott Parker is available for loan at West Ham © Getty Images
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Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp has ruled out any potential move for Scott Parker, declaring the deal to be too costly.

Interest in England international Parker is high following West Ham's relegation to the Championship, with Aston Villa, Chelsea and Tottenham amongst those linked with a bid. The Hammers have also made it known that they would consider releasing the midfielder on loan for the right fee.

However, Redknapp has ruled out any move for Parker, telling the Sunday Mirror that Tottenham would not sanction the money involved. The north London club generally stick to a policy of targeting younger players, and Parker does not fit that criteria.

"If you take into account the fee of around £8 million, signing-on fees and wages, you're talking about a £30 million deal," Redknapp said. "There is no way the club would sanction a deal for a 30-year-old who would have no resale value at the end of his contract."

However, the situation could change if Luka Modric manages to secure a transfer out of Tottenham. Modric has made it known that he wants to join Chelsea and, depending on the time Spurs are left with to find a replacement, Parker may represent the best short-term option should the Croatian get his wish.

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