Harry Redknapp Faces Backlash Over Offensive Remarks About England Manager Thomas Tuchel
The former football manager made inflammatory comments and an apparent Nazi salute during a charity event, captured in footage published by The Guardian.
- Harry Redknapp referred to England manager Thomas Tuchel as a 'German spy' and compared him to World War II propagandist Lord Haw Haw during a charity event in London last week.
- Footage published by The Guardian shows Redknapp making the remarks and appearing to perform a Nazi salute, which was met with laughter and applause from the audience.
- The incident has reignited debates about cultural sensitivities and the reception of foreign managers in English football, with Tuchel being the first German to lead the England men's team.
- Redknapp has not yet responded to media inquiries or issued a statement regarding his controversial actions and comments.
- Thomas Tuchel, a Champions League-winning coach, was appointed England manager in October 2024, facing both praise and criticism for being the third foreigner to hold the position.