Tottenham boss Redknapp impressed by Wigan rival Martinez

Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp is impressed by Wigan Athletic counterpart Roberto Martinez.

Spurs host Wigan today at White Hart Lane.

"They have a terrific young manager, he's excellent," Redknapp said. "I liked him when he was at Swansea, where he did a great job and got them playing fantastic football.

"He's gone to Wigan and I'm sure he's going to be a great success there as well.

"They've done well in the South American market.

"We took Wilson Palacios off them and (Ecuador's Antonio) Valencia went to Manchester United.

"They've got good contacts out there and have unearthed some real good talent."