Source: Team_Talk
Mendes pledges Rangers loyalty
The Portuguese midfielder has become the subject of much transfer talk since the 2008/09 campaign came to a close, with Sporting Lisbon said to be keen on taking him back to his homeland.
Italian giants Lazio are also reported to have expressed an interest as they look to mount a Serie A title charge in 2009/10.
However, Mendes, who joined Rangers from Portsmouth for £3million in August 2008, claims he is happy at Ibrox.
"My contract is valid for two years," he told Desporto.
"I feel happy in Glasgow and I see no reason not to continue at Rangers."
Despite landing a Scottish Premier League and Scottish Cup Double last season, Rangers' financial difficulties have led to speculation that key men will have to be sold once the transfer window re-opens.
Mendes was thought to be among those likely to be on their way, but the 30-year-old insists he has been given no indication that he will be allowed to leave.
"I do not know (of interest from other clubs)," he said.
"One thing is for certain, I will not ask to leave. Nor do I think that Rangers are thinking about a possible transfer."
