Bayern Munich winger Arjen Robben has refused to rule out a
potential move to the Chinese Super League, but expects to stay in
Germany for another season.
Robben’s contract at the Allianz Arena expires at the end of
June and China is becoming an increasingly viable option for European
and South American players.
The big-spending teams in the CSL have lured John Obi Mikel,
Carlos Tevez, Oscar and Axel Witsel to the country this month, with the
likes of the likes of Hulk, Jackson Martinez and Alex Teixeira already
playing in China. Robben
Asked about the prospect of a move to the CSL, Robben said:
“Everyone has to personally assess this. You must never say that this is
not an option. But also do not say that you want to go.
“I am now at Bayern. Of course, I plan a little, I talk to my wife. I am now at the top level. You must see what comes next.
“My family comes first, but the life experience, living
elsewhere – in the USA, in China – might come. But maybe not. Maybe I’ll
go back home [to the Netherlands]. I do not rule out anything.
“The extension of the contract is not yet an issue. I’m concentrating on the next six months and I want to win the championship.
“I have no deadline, if it comes it comes. I only
concentrate on football. I still have a contract, after that I’ll stay
another year, maybe another year [after that].”
On when he will finish his career, the 32-year-old said: “I
still love to play and have fun on the pitch. If you are over 30, you
know that the end comes nearer. But I do not know yet when this will be
with me. This may have to be decided spontaneously.”
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