Harry Redknapp is set to swap the football pitch for Albert Square with a cameo in EastEnders coinciding with the European Championships.

The former Tottenham, QPR and West Ham boss says he has long wanted to appear in the long-running BBC One soap.

His special appearance has now been officially confirmed following reports of the star being spotted on set.

“It’s no secret that I’ve wanted to be in EastEnders so I’m over the moon to be making a special cameo this summer,”Redknapp said.

“With a nod to the Euros, it’s a lovely fit and, as a proper east Londoner, it’s been so much fun.”

He added that his wife Sandra, is a “huge fan” of the soap, “so it’s a real special moment for the whole family.”