Tevez admits his playing future is uncertain
West Ham forward Carlos Tevez admits he has stopped learning
English because he does not know where he will be playing next
season.
The Argentina striker has become a cult figure at Upton Park
despite the controversy surrounding his transfer and the club's
current relegation scrap.
The Hammers need a point in their final game of the season at
Manchester United on Sunday to make sure they survive the drop
after a fabulous run of form, inspired by the 23-year-old, which
has seen them win six of their last eight matches.
Speculation continues as to where he will play next season with
clubs in England and overseas supposedly interested. And Tevez has
given a clear indication his future is in the balance.
'I have stopped learning English as I don't know where I am going
to end up next season,' he told The Times.
'But yes, it was hard to settle (in England).
'The language is an issue - and I will learn English if I stay in
this league - and, of course, the football here is different
compared to Brazil or Argentina. In my opinion, it's the most
difficult competition in the world. That may be why so few people
make it over here.
'Every Saturday you get kicked and you end up going home with marks
all over your body. They hit you hard, they hit you everywhere -
Premiership defenders are very strong individuals.
'And the referees allow a lot. They don't interrupt the game as
much as they do elsewhere. But you know what? I don't mind all
that, it makes me a better player, a stronger player.'
