Portsmouth boss Harry Redknapp believes the club are much better placed to challenge in the Premier League now than they were 12 months ago.

"I'm delighted with the players we've been able to bring in - we've had great support from the owner," Redknapp told the club's official website.

"You only have to look around the place to see how ambitious he is.

"The Premier League this year will be the toughest so far. There is a lot more money being put into all of the clubs.

"Everybody is looking to push on and get stronger - including us.

"We've brought in people early this summer and they're going to make us even stronger this year."