Isn't It Obvious? Harry Redknapp For Manager Of The Year

It was a curious predicament in early 2008 when Juande Ramos could not crack the Premier League puzzle. Curious and frustrating.

Having been on the cusp under Martin Jol, it was only a matter of time before Spurs fans began to question their luck.

With the addition of Juande Ramos came experience; more experience than Martin Jol had at the time. Though, while Ramos was building his trophy case at Sevilla, Jol had looked as though he had solved the PL puzzle...maybe if he had been given more time.

In the blink of an eye Jol was gone and Ramos was off to an impeccably bad start. Two points from a possible 24 did not set well with the Spurs faithful, and nor should it have.

Regardless of silverware, Tottenham have history. Formed in 1882, Spurs were the first team in English football to complete the League and FA Cup double. They were the inaugural winners of the UEFA Cup. They have had international superstars infiltrate their ranks year in and year out.

It is a club filled with pride.

So to bring in a Spaniard who does not speak much English was a risk in and of itself.

Needless to say, the beginning of the season fueled an already raging fire and Chairman Daniel Levy was forced to act fast.

And did he.

Within 24 hours of Spurs league game with Bolton, Harry Redknapp was appointed manager of Tottenham.

He acted rather quickly winning his first match in charge 2-0. (And hopefully he does it again this May.)

The response was something you'd expect.

Tottenham had what every EPL club wants: an English manager.

They know the league, the language, and above all they have a passion for the game the way only an Englishman could.

With lifted spirits around the camp they managed to finish eighth, just missing out on Europa League qualification.

I wonder at times if this was Redknapp's plan all along?

When he came in he made an assessment of the club and since, has done what he feels necessary to place us in the right direction.

He noted that the squad was tired; so he took them off Ramos' wacky Mediterranean diet.

He noted that we were sluggish and lacked focus; so he implemented a zero tolerance drinking policy.

He noted we lacked the proper coaching; so he took it upon himself to bring in top class positions coaches, the likes of Tim Sherwood, Les Ferdinand, and Tony Parks.

And what have we, the fans, noted in return; results.

Redknapp knew what all fans want, first and foremost: the League title.

Without European cup distractions, Harry could get the team focused on chasing the top four.

In addition to last week, Spurs have now beaten three of the top four this season in the league, a feat not even matched by Man City (though a win at Arsenal would change that).

Harry Redknapp is coaching the best football of his life. Hands down.

In 88 games at Tottenham, Harry has the highest win percentage of his managerial career with 52.3 percent.

In those 88 games, he has built an incredibly resilient side. One mixed with a clutch of young British talent and a versatile foreign embassy.

Though winning Manager of the Year rests solely on Spurs ability to finish fourth (and I do not know what I'd do if they don't), Harry and all the Lilywhites must be grateful for what they have accomplished.

Even with Harry feeling that "this is probably the best year you'll ever get to have a good chance," it is important to remain confident going forward, especially in our manager.

So FA, think long and hard on this decision. And though it may not be popular, remember...to dare is to do.