Jedi James says Grant like Yoda is
Friday, 27, Nov 2009 01:15
By Richard James.
Portsmouth goalkeeper David James has likened his club's new manager Avram Grant to the Star Wars character Yoda.
Grant was named as Paul Hart's replacement at the South Coast club on Thursday, pending a work permit.
The 54-year-old recently rejoined the club as director of football but has now been moved into the dugout following a string of bad results under Hart's stewardship that have left Pompey languishing at the foot of the Premiership table.
Commenting on his new manager, the eccentric James referenced the popular iconic sci-fi character.
"He's like Yoda," the England keeper told The Sun newspaper.
"His pearls of wisdom are far-reaching, he speaks a lot of sense. He is just what we need and I'm sure he can get us out of trouble. He's very profound and that appeals to me.
"I have total respect for him and he will get the instant respect of all the players. He's a wonderful bloke and has got what it takes for a relegation fight."
James will miss Grant's first game in charge of Portsmouth, against Manchester United, due to injury.