Agent of AC Milan's Alexandre Pato claims he has spoken to Paris Saint-Germain's Leonardo
The representative of the Brazilian star admits he travelled to Paris in order to see his friend a few days ago, but insists the future of his client did not come up in discussion
SOURCE: GOAL, Le 10 Sport
The agent of AC Milan striker Alexandre Pato has revealed that he recently visited Paris Saint-Germain sporting director Leonardo, but maintained his client's future was not discussed.
In an interview with Le 10 Sport on Wednesday, Gilmar Veloz, who represents the footballing interests of the 22-year-old, confessed he flew out to the French capital only days ago to meet up with his compatriot, but insisted that there was no talk of a transfer.
"It is true, [me and Leonardo] met in Paris a few days ago," said the agent. "He is a friend of mine, but we have not talked about Pato.
"I just came to see how my friend Leo works in his role as sporting director of PSG.
"Pato has a contract with AC Milan and, for better clarification on his future, you would have to ask his employer. I'd be the wrong party."
Speculation surrounding the future of Pato has become a source of great debate in recent days after he questioned coach Massimiliano Allegri's methods, which paved the way for reports to suggest a £40 million move to PSG was being lined up.
However, despite Milan vice-president Adriano Galliani dismissing the claims, the saga continues to fuel speculation.
Meanwhile, PSG are hoping to make the appointment of Carlo Ancelotti as the club's new coach imminently.
The 52-year-old has reportedly agreed a two-and-a-half year contract worth €6-7 million per annum, after a meeting at Parc des Princes on Wednesday to discuss personal terms, but no official announcement is expected until the end of the week.
