Dimitri Payet has reiterated his desire to remain at West Ham United, according to a tabloid newspaper.
According to journalist Justin Allen, the French star indicated his wish to remain in London with the Hammers on a flight back to England following the Euro 16 Final, which the hosts lost 1-0."I’ve heard about all the interest and I’m flattered," Payet, who barely speaks English is reported to have said.
"But I love West Ham. We had a fantastic season and I can’t wait to play in the Olympic Stadium. I’m 100 per cent staying at West Ham, I love the club. You can tell the Hammers fans that."
Earlier this week both of the club's co-owners declared that they would do everything within their power to ensure Payet remains at the club.
"We wouldn't even listen to any offer under £50million and we don't welcome any offers for Dimitri.," said David Gold. "He is instrumental, he's important to us and the team is built around him. I would say to you he's not for sale."
And fellow chairman David Sullivan added: "He's under contract. I you believe what he says, he wants to stay - but if someone wants to break the world record, we might consider it."
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