RIVALDO DISMISSES GEORDIE BLETHER

Last updated : 13 June 2002 By Editor

It has been claimed in the press all week that returning Barca boss Louis van Gaal wants to cash in on Rivaldo and Newcastle believe they are in the box seat, but the player himself has no intention of leaving.

"I do not only not want to go but, if Barca want me to, I would accept extending my contract with the blaugrana club. I do not have an intention to leave, it is Barca who have to speak about this. I feel very happy at Barcelona."

His current deal runs out in 2003 and van Gaal won’t want him to leave under the Bosman ruling. The Dutchman is also said to be trying to sign Lazio misfit Gaizka Mendieta.