Redfearn sent Italian striker Antenucci on as a second-half substitute on a day when he was linked with a move to Norwich.
Antenucci has eight goals this season but has not scored since December 6, yet Redfearn does not want to lose the former Catania man.
“He’s a good player and a good goalscorer and you want to keep your better players,” Redfearn said.
“He wants to play but you can only pick 11 players and we’ve been sticking with the lads that have been doing well.
“I rate him highly and there’s no way that I want him to go.”