Agent rules out Silva switch
12 Aug 2008 - 14:42:49
The agent of Valencia ace David Silva says his client is certain to remain in Spain, despite interest in the talented midfielder from Manchester United.
The 22-year-old had been linked with Liverpool after impressing at Euro 2008, but Silva's agent, Julio Llorente, says that his client was also the subject of an offer from the reigning Premier League and European champions.
He told Sky Sports: "Manchester United made an offer for David Silva, but this has been turned down by Valencia.
"Silva doesn't want to play in England because he is happy at Valencia.
"His family are settled and if he was to move it would only be to another Spanish club, like Real Madrid or Barcelona. David Silva will start the new season at Valencia."
Silva had previously been quoted as telling the Daily Star: "I have no desire to play in England. My club know my decision and it will not change.
"I know there is interest from some big clubs in England, but I do not just want to move for the money.
"England is one of the best leagues in the world, but I think that Spain is superior."