Porto have sought to put an end to the speculation
surrounding Ricardo Quaresma by announcing that he is not for sale,
but have left the door open for Lucho González to
leave.
Quaresma was the subject of talks between the Portuguese giants and
Atlético de Madrid, but they stalled over the transfer fee
demanded.
Real Madrid have also been linked with a move for the 23-year-old,
but Porto's patience is at an end and they will not entertain any
more bids.
"His sale is not negotiable," said Porto president, Nuno Pinto da
Costa. "It is completely out of the question."
Atlético admitted that they were no longer in the running last week
after hearing Porto's demands and said that they would look
elsewhere to continue strengthening their squad.
Valencia's interest in Lucho González may still bear fruit,
however, as Pinto da Costa confirmed that he was considering an
offer.
The Spanish outfit were reported to have made a bid of around 15m
for the Argentinian midfielder and are waiting for an answer.
Porto own 50 per cent of the player's contract, while MSI own the
other half, and Pinto da Costa said: "That is a special
situation."
Valencia are willing to up their offer to 17m and could include a
loan player in the deal, but Porto are holding out for 20m.
