Rangers midfielder Pedro Mendes has denied reports claiming he wants to move away from Ibrox.
Portuguese midfielder denies wanting out
Rangers midfielder Pedro Mendes has denied reports claiming he wants to move away from Ibrox.
Mendes has only played four times in the Scottish Premier League this season and rumours have circulated that he could leave the Gers.
The 30-year-old has been linked with a return to his native Portugal with Sporting Lisbon, although he has dismissed these claims and says he is happy in Glasgow.
"I've been reading some incredible stories," he said.
"The only thing I know is that Martin Bain (Ibrox chief executive) had a call from the Sporting director of football a few weeks ago.
"I love Glasgow, the family loves Glasgow and Rangers is a great club.
"I think journalists should think before they start writing.
"I got back into the Portugal squad playing for Rangers, so I don't need to go back to Portugal."
Injury
Mendes, who is under contract with the cash-strapped Gers for another 18 months, has recently returned to training following a knee injury which has kept him out since October.
He is previously quoted as saying in the
Scottish Sun: "I am awaiting news on what might happen.
"It would be difficult to reject a move to Sporting because I am Portuguese and this move could have a big influence on my family life.
"It's not the first time I've been asked about this but I can't confirm anything. I'm leaving the door open to hear offers that may interest me and the club."
