Post by Taxigirl on Jul 17, 2005 8:27:50 GMT
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Inter star Adriano is convinced that club owner Massimo Moratti will not be tempted to sell him this summer.
The Brazilian superstar has repeatedly been linked with moves to Chelsea and Real Madrid but he insists his future is tinged with black and blue.
"It is pleasing to know that your work is admired by some of the world’s most prestigious clubs," he explained.
"But Moratti has great affection for me and I don’t think he would change his mind about me, by trying to sell me."
Some transfer whispers last week suggested that Real were ready to offer a massive £36m for the South American.
"A friend told me about it and then I read about it in the Italian media," continued the former Parma man.
"I was happy and surprised. It's nice to know that my work is being recognised by the world's most important teams.
"But at this moment in time, my wish is to stay with Inter and the club wants me to stay as well."
Adriano is now the outfit’s main goal threat after Christian Vieri’s summer exit to city rivals Milan.
"His departure has increased my responsibility in the team," noted Adriano.
"He was an important player who took on this responsibility in decisive moments, but unfortunately we didn't win the title and now it has passed on to me."
Inter star Adriano is convinced that club owner Massimo Moratti will not be tempted to sell him this summer.
The Brazilian superstar has repeatedly been linked with moves to Chelsea and Real Madrid but he insists his future is tinged with black and blue.
"It is pleasing to know that your work is admired by some of the world’s most prestigious clubs," he explained.
"But Moratti has great affection for me and I don’t think he would change his mind about me, by trying to sell me."
Some transfer whispers last week suggested that Real were ready to offer a massive £36m for the South American.
"A friend told me about it and then I read about it in the Italian media," continued the former Parma man.
"I was happy and surprised. It's nice to know that my work is being recognised by the world's most important teams.
"But at this moment in time, my wish is to stay with Inter and the club wants me to stay as well."
Adriano is now the outfit’s main goal threat after Christian Vieri’s summer exit to city rivals Milan.
"His departure has increased my responsibility in the team," noted Adriano.
"He was an important player who took on this responsibility in decisive moments, but unfortunately we didn't win the title and now it has passed on to me."