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Abidal claims Man City interest

ESPN staff
October 18, 2011
Eric Abidal hopes to stay at Camp Nou © PA Photos
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Barcelona defender Eric Abidal has revealed that Manchester City are one of a number of clubs who have expressed an interest in signing him.

Abidal's contract with the European champions expires next summer and - while negotiations remain ongoing and both sides are hopeful of terms being agreed - a deal has yet to be reached. As a result, a number of clubs from around Europe have seen their hopes of signing the France international raised.

Abidal admits he is flattered by the interest and will listen to offers if he is unable to agree an extension with his current side.

"There are clubs that have shown an interest, notably PSG, Milan and Manchester City," Abidal told RMC. "But there have been no concrete offers and I can't say any more.

"I have a lot of respect for Barca but if we can't reach an agreement, the door is always open."

The 32-year-old also revealed he is hoping to play on for another three years.

"I believe I have the legs to go on for two more years," he said. "I have an international objective. We have qualified for Euro 2012, which is good, but I am also looking at the 2014 World Cup."

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