Spain striker and current Euro 2008 top scorer David Villa has played down talk of a move to England.

The Valencia forward is expected to leave the Mestalla this summer, with Liverpool, Chelsea and Spurs all reportedly interested.

However, days after quotes attributed to Villa suggested he fancied a switch to England - and more specifically Liverpool - the striker says he would be more than happy to stay exactly where he is.

"I have heard that I am supposed to have said that I would prefer to go to Liverpool to play next season or that I want Chelsea to be my next team," he said.

"I have not said anything like that. My club insists I am not for sale and, believe me, I am totally focused on the European Championship.

"As far as I know, nobody from Liverpool has been in touch, but in any case my future is not something I have in my mind at the moment.

"I do not understand why people put words in my mouth."

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