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'The man's done a miracle. How can they even talk about Eddie going? I find it amazing': Harry Redknapp launches passionate defence of Bournemouth boss Howe despite relegation from the Premier League

Harry Redknapp has launched a passionate defence of Eddie Howe following Bournemouth's relegation from the Premier League, claiming the manager has performed miracles in the last five years.

Redknapp, who lives in the town and managed the club from 1972-1976, said he was shocked to hear fans calling for Howe to leave after taking the club down to the second tier of English football.

Speaking on The Gary Newborn Sports show with Jewson, the former Tottenham boss said Cherries fans need to appreciate the job their manager has done.

Harry Redknapp (right) has launched a passionate defence of Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe
The club were relegated to the Championship on the final day of the Premier League season

He said: 'I see people down here now talking, I went to the coffee shop this morning to get a coffee and there’s a couple of blokes there at 7.