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Mokoena admits PL interest

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Aaron Mokoena has claimed that he has received offers from three Premier League clubs.

South Africa defender could leave Pompey

Portsmouth defender Aaron Mokoena has claimed that he has received offers from three Premier League clubs. The 29-year-old enjoyed success at a personal level at the World Cup with South Africa, despite the hosts not making it past the group stage of the tournament. Portsmouth's relegation from the Premier League had led to speculation he could leave despite his affection for the club. If the tough tackling defender was to leave, he stated that there were plenty of suitors with Bolton and West Ham reportedly interested, as well as attention from Qatar and Turkey.

Number of offers

A move to West Ham would see Mokoena link up with former Pompey boss Avram Grant after the pair were instrumental in the club's run to the FA Cup final last season. "I have to confess my heart is still there at Portsmouth and they are offering me a new contract if I remain with the club," he told Sowetan . "I can confirm that there are a number of offers from several big clubs - three in the English Premiership, two in Qatar and one in Turkey. "There are a number of things I am still assessing, though, and I will decide sometime next week."

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