Source: Team_Talk
Abidal claims City interest
Eric Abidal has revealed that Manchester City are one of the clubs keeping a close eye on his contract negotiations at Barcelona.[LNB] The French full-back has been locked in talks with the reigning European champions for some time but is yet to put pen to paper.[LNB]It is expected that fresh terms will be thrashed out, but for now his future remains uncertain.[LNB]Barca's failure to tie him down has led a number of other clubs to put out tentative feelers regarding his availability.[LNB]Premier League leaders City are among those to have expressed an interest, with Abidal confirming that initial contact has been made.[LNB]"There are clubs that have shown an interest, notably PSG, Milan and Manchester City," the 32-year-old told RMC.[LNB]"But there have been no concrete offers and I can't say any more.[LNB]"I have a lot of respect for Barca but if we can't reach an agreement, the door is always open."[LNB]Abidal has also claimed that he is planning to play on for at least two more years.[LNB]He added: "I believe I have the legs to go on for two more years.[LNB]"I have an international objective. We have qualified for Euro 2012, which is good, but I am also looking at the 2014 World Cup."
