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Anelka pondering options

France striker Nicolas Anelka claims he has no plans to leave Bolton, but admits he "could not say no" to an offer from Manchester United.

Anelka denied any contact with United as he met the press at Clairefontaine but told L'Equipe he "could not say no" if any such offer materialised.

He continued: "In England the same four clubs are always on top (United, Chelsea, Arsenal and Liverpool). So I want to play for those four big clubs but I also want to work with Bolton to become like one of those four big clubs and create a surprise."

Anelka scored France's second goal in the 2-0 win over Ukraine in Euro 2008 qualifying on Saturday.

The 28-year-old added: "First I need to know if Bolton want to sell me. I have no particular desire (to leave).

"I must talk with my club to know what they want. There is nothing concrete and I am not leaning in any direction. If there are any offers the directors will discuss them with me."

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