Newcastle United defender Jose Enrique has hinted he could be heading for the St James’ Park exit door in the not-so-distant future.
Enrique has been one of the Magpies’ standout performers in their first season back in the Premier League and has found himself linked with the likes of Manchester United or Liverpool.
The 25-year-old, whose Toon deal is due to expire in the summer of 2012, is refusing to discuss a new contract until the club’s top-flight status is secure, and the Spaniard appears to be considering a move away from the North East.
Enrique told The Sun: “It is flattering that Liverpool are interested. I've also heard that Manchester United and Aston Villa have asked about me.
“They are both big teams and I'm not closing the door on anyone. I'm ambitious and want to play in the Champions League. I want to win things. I'm OK at Newcastle but I aspire to more.
“I love the fans here and suffered with them when we were relegated. But we have to be realistic. Newcastle aren't performing well.”
He added: “The club has promised that all the (Andy) Carroll money will go towards new players. I hope that is so.
“But I have been promised things before that have not materialised.”