Saturday, July 22, 2006

Villarreal say Sorin's for sale

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Villarreal have confirmed that they are willing to sell Argentinian defender Juan Pablo Sorin.

The 30-year-old full back was part of the Albicelestes team which promised so much, but failed to deliver at the World Cup in Germany, getting knocked out at the last eight stage.

He has already been linked with a move to The Premiership with Tottenham Hotspur or Bolton Wanderers, but El Madrigal president Fernando Roig says there is plenty of competition for his signature.

"We are negotiating for the exit of Sorin this summer," Roig explained.

"His sale is almost certain because of many reasons. We have several offers."

The player is contracted to the Yellow Submarine for another two seasons, but now looks to be surplus to coach Manuel Pellegrino's requirements for the coming campaign.

Bundesliga outfit Stuttgart and Italy's Internazionale are thought to be the other interested parties, though the player is expected to return to Spain for the end of the month after his extended holidays.