Avram Grant, Chelsea's new director of football, is determined to establish a strong working relationship with manager Jose Mourinho.
Redknapp said yesterday: "I wish Avram all the best and I will miss him a lot. He was great for me at Portsmouth."
The two even socialise outside football.
Initially worried Grant would be reporting back to the board on training and the running of the club, Redknapp found him a positive influence who did not interfere.