Borja Valero has revealed he would be happy to retire at Fiorentina amid reported interest from Milan.
The midfielder joined Fiorentina in 2012 and has made 172 appearances for the Florence club in his time at the Stadio Artemio Franchi.
Milan are said to be keen on the Spaniard's services but Valero says he is unaware of the Rossoneri's interest and is keen to end his playing days with the Viola.
"As for Milan's interest, I know no more than you do,” Valero said when asked about the Milan speculation. “I have no news of any kind.
"I'd like to pay my compliments to [new coach Vincenzo] Montella for joining Milan, and I wish him the best.
"Like every other year, it's nice to hear that people are interested in me. But I have a contract with Fiorentina and I'm happy here.
"It's hard to explain what I feel inside, what I've always felt. I came to Fiorentina almost by chance, after a tough demotion.
"People loved me from the very beginning, and this strengthened the bond I have with them. I told them I'd be happy to retire in Florence, because Florence gave me so much.
"My family is extremely happy here, my wife is friends with very many Florentines and that's more important for me than anything."
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