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Deco stalls for time
Friday 20 June, 2008

Barcelona star Deco has asked for more time to consider whether he will join Inter, Chelsea or Manchester United.

The Portuguese ace’s Euro 2008 ended last night in a 3-2 defeat against Germany and many believe he will follow Coach Luiz Felipe Scolari to Chelsea.

However, a move to Inter is also an appealing prospect thanks to their appointment of compatriot Jose Mourinho, who is keen to work with the gifted playmaker.

“I know about the interest of Chelsea as well as other teams,” Deco admitted. “But I still have to make a decision.

“First I need to speak to Barcelona and soon there will be developments.”

Whatever happens, new Barcelona boss Josep Guardiola won’t be calling upon Deco for pre-season training after the Catalan side announced he was surplus to requirements.

“I knew that my time there was over,” Deco insisted. “It’s only natural for new Coach Guardiola to make that clear because he makes the decisions.”



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