Jermaine Pennant has sensationally confirmed
reports that Real Madrid made an offer for him, and he admits he is
keen to move to Spain as he awaits developments on the
deal.
Pennant’s name became linked with a €3.5 million move to the
nine-time European champions just before Christmas, but talk has
since gone quiet about his Anfield departure.
The 25-year-old wideman is considered surplus to requirements at
Liverpool, but Rafa Benitez is still likely to want to recoup more
than £3 million on a player that he brought to the club for double
that sum back in 2006.
Wigan are also said to be keen on Pennant, ironically as a
replacement for fellow Madrid target Antonio Valencia, but the
former Arsenal youngster admits he will move to Spain when he quits
Anfield.
“I cannot imagine playing for another Premier League team after
Liverpool,” Pennant told the Spanish press.
“I know Real Madrid made an offer for me. Real Madrid is a great
club, so is Liverpool.
“I am not sure of the situation now; I am flattered that a club
as huge as Real has shown interest in me, so we will have to
see.
“I just want to play regular football and one of my dreams is to
be able to do it in Spain one day. I love the way teams like
Sevilla, Barcelona, Valencia or Real play.
“I think my style of football will suit La Liga.”