Dalla Bona reveals Zola approach

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Dalla Bona, who spent four years at Chelsea before joining AC Milan in 2002, is eager to again prove his worth in the Premier League.

The 27-year-old confirmed he has spoken to West Ham coach Gianfranco Zola with a view to returning to London. "I have spoken to Zola," said Dalla Bona to Italian radio station Radio Kiss Kiss. "I have told him I have ended my contract with Napoli."

He added: "I would love to return to London and I expect a reply from Gianfranco (Zola).

"I really hope that I can go back to England, where I really proved my worth."

Dalla Bona, who joined Napoli from Sampdoria in the summer of 2006, had failed to make a single appearance for the Naples club this season.

Earlier this week the player rescinded his contract with Napoli.

"At Napoli, I have found little playing time and, honestly, I still don't know the reasons why," he said.

"Despite playing well in my first year here and contributing to the team gaining promotion to Serie A, I have not been given the chance to prove my value.

"Obviously with (Napoli coach Eddy) Reja, there was no feeling."