Oh No! Not Another Brazilian Defender?

Last updated : 21 October 2003 By Kevin Markey

He was reportedly approached by Leeds in the summer and has also been linked with Chelsea and Tottenham.

"At the start of the season I refused some propositions and at the moment I have only succeeded in 80 per cent of my mission with Lyon," said Edmilson.

"The other 20 per cent will come if we win the Coupe de France and have a good run in the Champions League.

"Then I could aim to join a great European club. The best football is played in Spain but they probably have the best atmospheres in England."