Giovani dos Santos is delighted to hear Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp sees him as a long-term prospect.

Redknapp revealed he held talks with Giovani and his parents in preseason about his situation and is convinced the Mexican can make it at White Hart Lane.

"It's good to hear that the coach is saying good things about me," Giovani told the Spurs website.

"I was doing well in the national team as well as in training here and then in the Carling Cup at Doncaster.

"Even in the Preston game I felt sharp and I hit the crossbar in the fifth minute.

"I think the coach knows I'm a good player and I want to do well for Tottenham. I came here to play, I love the fans and they've always supported me and I have everything here."