AC Milan playmaker Kaka has admitted he held discussions
with Real Madrid but claims the the "door is closed" on a move to
the Bernabeu.
The Brazil star has reportedly been the target of a world-record
bid from Madrid, but he insists he sees his future with the
Champions League winners.
"I have never asked to leave, terminate my contract or have any
get-out clauses at Milan," he said.
"I see myself being a symbol of a great squad and I hope that this
can be Milan."
The 25-year-old was instrumental in Milan's road to Athens glory
last season and the fans - several thousand of whom arrived to
greet him at the start of pre-season training on Monday - can look
forward to seeing more of his magic in years to come.
He said: "They [the fans] don't have to worry. I have a contract
until 2011 and the door to Real Madrid is closed.
"Only Milan can reopen it if they decide to sell me."
And Real would already be at an advanced stage with the player if
the Milanese club did decide to take an offer seriously.
"Just like Milan look to strengthen by searching out other players,
Real did so by searching me," admitted Kaka.
"There was a meeting with Real Madrid, but the first to know about
it was Milan.
"Real Madrid are a huge club but, as even Pele said, money is not
everything. I have learned from friends who left Milan and are
suffering away from this club."
