Gilardino: No way Jose, I am joining Chelsea

By European Football
July 11 2005

Alberto Gilardino has stated that he has no intention of joining Chelsea this summer, Chelsea were rumoured to be willing to pay €35 million for the Parma striker but speaking on his agents website, Gilardino said: "I have a contract with Parma that will expire in June 2007 that I have to respect, not just for professional reasons, but for the affection towards the club and the city."

"From the beginning, I have left the absolute decision to Parma.

"I have indicated Milan as my preferred destination after a technical evaluation of their group and of their players' characteristics.

"The negotiation between the two clubs is continuing and, like everyone, I wait for news about my future.

"Parma have always said they would give privilege to my indications.

"The alternative is represented by my staying in Parma until the contract expires.

"It's useless to say I have signed any deal with Milan. I hope the situation could be unblocked in the next hours."

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