Nasri: I want to win things

03 July 2011 09:50
Unsettled Arsenal star Samir Nasri insists speculation over his future is fuelled by his desire to win major silverware - and not by big wages.[LNB] Reports continue to suggest that the France international is edging towards the exit door at Emirates Stadium.[LNB]Manchester City and Manchester United are said to be leading the chase for the talented midfielder, who has spent the last three seasons in north London.[LNB]During that time, Nasri has failed to get his hands on a winners' medal, with Arsenal having gone six years since they last lifted a trophy.[LNB]The 24-year-old claims it is that lack of success which is forcing him to consider his options.[LNB]He is adamant that money will play no part in any decision he takes this summer, with it his sole aim to turn out for a club that are capable of competing for top honours.[LNB]Nasri told the News of the World: "Money has never been my motivation. I have always taken decisions from a football point of view.[LNB]"I don't want to sign for a club where I wouldn't be playing the football that I like, where I wouldn't feel happy, just for the sake of money.[LNB]"We already earn huge wages. The priority is to make a big career and to win titles.[LNB]"This is more important than everything else. I know the value and the meaning of money.[LNB]"You have to be able to evolve with a new way of living, keeping respect to my values. Family, friends, a good agent, it all helps you not to get carried away.[LNB]"With no titles under your belt, you can't be in the list for the Ballon D'Or. I came to England to get trophies because I haven't won anything in my career, apart from an U17 European Championship in 2004.[LNB]"We all need to get out of our comfort zone, to grow up and test ourselves.[LNB]"Even without winning trophies, I think I have grown up.[LNB]"I am hungry for titles. I play football because I love this sport and want to feel the emotion of winning. Lifting a trophy all together, this is the beauty and sense of team sports."

Source: Team_Talk