Australia NewsAmaral Wants Three More Years |
EXCLUSIVE: Amaral is said to be in negotiations with two Brazilian clubs but the former Perth Glory midfielder believes he can still offer the A-League another three years.
The A-League club confirmed today that the popular Brazilian's two month stint with the club had concluded.
Although the 36-year-old barely figured in David Mitchell's side, he remains optimistic about his future and is keen to stay in the A-League.
Amaral's Australian-based representative Casar Cotrim said they were in negotiations with two clubs in the Sao Paolo First Division which begin their pre-season in November.
However, the former national team player, capped 31 times for the Selecao, says his body is in good enough nick to go another three seasons in the A-League - taking him up to the age of 39.
And given a choice, the 36-year-old former Benfica, Fiorentina and Besiktas man would prefer to ply his trade in Australia's elite league.
"I love the country, I'd like to stay. I'm very interested. I love the country and its people. I'm disciplined with my lifestyle and body so playing for three more years I believe is no problem," he told au.fourfourtwo.com through a translator.
Amaral added: "I would like to thank all of Australians, specially the fans of Perth Glory FC, for your affection, attention and the way you welcomed me.
"Despite not having participated in all the games, I can say I am very happy to have been part of Perth Glory. I learned a lot with you and I hope to have contributed in some way to the professional development of Australian football.
"Believe me, Australia is strong and can be one of the best football centres of the world."
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