City linked with Itandje move

Reports in France are linking Charles Itandje with a move to Manchester City.

The 23-year-old has been linked with several English clubs in the latter part of the current campaign but speculation is now putting City at the head of the queue should he seek pastures new.

Itandje's current deal with Lens is not set to expire until 2008 and previously, he has stated that he will fulfil the remaining two years of his deal.

However, whilst claiming he is keen to remain in France with Lens, Itandje admits that long term he is looking to play on the highest stage.

''To go to a very big club is the dream of all players,'' he told L'Equipe.

''But to leave now would be unnecessary as I'd need to find a club that offers me more important objectives than the ones I already have.

''Lens have big objectives and with the exception of Lyon, none of the other teams in the league are of a superior standing.

''But also I think of the financial aspect, this is also a reason I am a pro. A career manages itself strategically not day-by-day.''