Evra possibly set for Monaco exit

Saturday 31 December, 2005

Monaco left-back Patrice Evra missed the resumption of training in the principality this week, sparking rumours he could be about to leave.

Francesco Guidolin's squad began preparations for the second half of the season at La Turbie on Wednesday, with Evra finally putting in an appearance on Friday for a brief half-hour session.

According to his agent Frédérico Pastorello, the France international has, "a problem to resolve," and is being, "pursued by a number of clubs."

Both Manchester United and Inter Milan are known to be interested in securing Evra's services, and the Serie A side are reported to have made a concrete offer that Monaco are currently studying.

Meanwhile, new sporting director Jean-Luc Ettori announced that the 24-year-old would be, "sanctioned financially for his lateness."