Enduring a five-year police investigation before being cleared of tax fraud after a two-week trial has prepared Harry Redknapp for the "aggravation" he would face if hired as England coach. With the European Championship only four months away, the Tottenham manager is the leading contender to replace Fabio Capello.

Harry Redknapp said Friday his focus remains on Tottenham's pursuit of Champions League qualification -- until an approach is made for the vacant England coaching job. With the European Championship only four months away, Redknapp is the leading contender to replace Fabio Capello as England coach.

Harry Redknapp says he is "flattered" to be linked with the vacant England coaching job, though he says he remains focused on Tottenham's pursuit of Champions League qualification. With the European Championship four months away, the Football Association will create a shortlist of candidates on Friday to replace Fabio Capello.