Bournemouth chairman Eddie Mitchell says he would gladly welcome former boss Harry Redknapp back to the League One club. Redknapp, who was sacked by Tottenham on Wednesday, managed Bournemouth for nine years between 1983 and 1992.
Mitchell said "there would always be a role for Redknapp at Bournemouth", but stressed he could help manager Paul Groves rather than replace him.
He continued: "If there was ever a chance of bringing him back we would jump at the chance.
"It doesn't mean he would have to work in the management side of things, he is a good character to have around in general."
Redknapp continues to live locally in Sandbanks and Mitchell believes a return to the club would be hugely popular with Cherries' fans.
"He knows he would always be welcome here and in the conversations I've had with him in the past, I've made that known to him," said Mitchell.
"I want to let Harry draw breath and we will see what he wants to do.
"He has done a lot for the club over the years and continues to do a lot for charity in the area.
"He is a vastly popular figure and enjoys helping people wherever he goes." "We would welcome Harry with open arms - he has a huge amount of experience," Mitchell told BBC Radio Solent.
