Mourinho does not claim Adebayor move

Posted on | Sunday, July 31, 2011 | No Comments

Jose Mourinho insists Real Madrid is in talks to sign Emmanuel Adebayor, despite Manchester City striker seems pre-season victory over Leicester.

Adebayor, who spent the second half of last season on loan from Spanish giants, was standing on King Power Stadium tonight Mourinho's men maintained their 100% record this summer, 2-1 victory npower Championship team.

Adebayor future at City in doubt after the arrival of Sergio Aguero, but Mourinho has played down the presence of 27 years.

Asked if he was looking to seal a permanent deal for Adebayor, Mourinho said: "No, he's here because he is our friend, and it is up to us, He is one of us ..

"It does not matter if he plays for Real Madrid or Manchester City or another club, is one of us.

"He was with us for six months and went to every heart.'s A great kid and everybody loves him.

"When we called to ask permission to come here today, there was not a second thought.

"It was with dressing room and he is always welcome."

Mourinho added: "If he comes, comes, if not do not worry, we all know that on 31 August, which is in and out and that is where they play ..

"But today was a friend and is always welcome."

Mourinho was also clear about the future of Karim Benzema, who was linked with Arsenal in several newspapers this morning.

He added: "There is no speculation he is not for sale, you can not.".

Benzema was on the scoresheet at Leicester, adding that the first game against the Foxes José Callejón pulled a goal in the final.

Mourinho is convinced that the Midlands club as soon as Barclays Premier League.

"I know that this director and this structure, this team will be in the Premier League very soon," said the Portuguese.

"I can not find in my experience in many Premier League teams of that level.

"I can not say this Leicester team is worse than the teams I played against the Barclays Premier League.

"Their leader is a friend and I wish them luck with their goal to get to the Premier League."

Leicester will start looking for top class football in a week to Midlands rivals Coventry and Sven-Goran Eriksson insists his side are ready for the big kick-off.

"That was part of the preparation and I think we're ready," said the head of the city.

"I think the new players have fitted very well.

"At least I can promise you that, defensively, and I mean as a team, we have a lot better than last season.

"It must be because we gave too many goals last season."