Christian Atsu has cleared the way for a move to Liverpool
this summer by turning down a new contract at Porto in favour of a 'dream move
to England'.
The 21-year-old, who was a target for the Reds last summer,
had been offered fresh terms on a new four-year-deal with the Portuguese
champions, but he has now rejected that offer.
And speaking to Abola, Atsu says he is now hopeful of
forcing through a switch to the Premier League.
"I spoke with Porto before coming to this decision and
informed them that I will not sign a new contract," he said.
"The club told me what they want to do, and hopefully
we can find a solution now.
"My dream is to play in England and it is very nice to
see my name linked with big clubs in the Premier League. For now, I'm focused
on my football, but I see my future in England.
"I hope to have some news soon."
Liverpool are now expected to step up their interest in
Atsu, who burst on to the scene on-loan at Rio Ave in 2012, before returning to
Porto for last season.
He has since enjoyed a mixed time, but the Reds are expected
to offer up to £7million to bring to him to Anfield.
The Ghana international fits with Brendan Rodgers' youth
based philosophy, and despite interest from Spurs, they remain confident of
pulling off a transfer.
Source http://metro.co.uk
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