Premiership: Dacourt happy with Leeds life

Olivier Dacourt has again underlined his commitment to Leeds amid fresh speculation Juventus have tabled a final £14m offer for the French midfielder.

Olivier Dacourt has again underlined his commitment to Leeds amid fresh speculation Juventus have tabled a final £14m offer for the French midfielder.

The Italian giants have been chasing Dacourt since last summer, despite the fact the 27-year-old signed a new five-year deal just before the start of the season.

Leeds chairman Peter Ridsdale has consistently stated Leeds' top players are not for sale at any price, but Juventus are refusing to take 'no' for an answer, leading to a double-your-money bid for Dacourt.

The player - who cost £7.2m from Lens 18 months ago - is insistent he is "very happy at Leeds" and has no intention of leaving as he added: "The family are very settled in Leeds, it is very good for us.

"Many people have said I am leaving and that I want to leave, but I have never said anything like that. When you are happy, why would you want to change?

"Sometimes there are aspects out of your control. I was happy at Everton but the club sold me because they had problems with money. When that happens, what can you do? It is not in your hands.

"But Leeds is a good city. There are some good people here and most importantly we have a very good team and a very big club and we want some success."

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