Muntari focused on Pompey

Midfielder not commenting on interest from Italy

Last updated: 21st July 2008

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Muntari: Looking forward

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Sulley Muntari says he is looking forward to the new season with Portsmouth after being linked with a move to Juventus.

Reports have claimed that Juventus are lining up a £12million bid for Muntari, who impressed in his debut campaign at Fratton Park last season.

The Ghanaian helped Pompey to win the FA Cup and the former Udinese midfielder also weighed in with seven goals for the club.

Though he has not commented on Juventus' rumoured interest, Muntari insists his focus is on the upcoming season with Portsmouth.

"I've had two weeks spent relaxing, but I'm back and playing," Muntari told The News.

Working hard

"I'm just looking forward to the new season. I'm going to try my best and work for the team. That's the important thing. Not for myself but for the team.

"My first season was good. I won the FA Cup and I hope to continue this way.

"I am going to keep playing better and better so I can help my team to achieve. That's why I am here and that's why I play football. I will be working hard.

"Definitely we will improve because we have Europe now so we have some more experienced players and the manager is good.

"Harry Redknapp knows what he is doing so there is no doubt about it.

"I want to get higher in the league and we will improve. We'll just see what happens."