Cole, 33, could?link up with fellow former England international Paul Konchesky at the Essex club, w. Silva has followed a number of high-profile Portugal stars to the tiny French principality thanks to super-agent Jorge Mendes ties to the club. Cole said: I had a few phone calls but they werent right for me and my career. But a transfer could cost up to £35million despite Mahrez?failing to set the world alight this year after starring in Leicesters title win last season. “He is a quality player, and his attitude is even more important. But it appears the neighbours will have to move fast if they are to land the highly-rated youngster. n SpainMOST READ IN SPORTdiamonds are foreverChelsea's new Nike kit leaked online. EPA4Junior helped Brazil win the South American Under 17 Champions - scoring seven goalsBut negotiat. His ability to beat players is devastating – though he is on the end of some firm tackles as a result – and he has an end product to boot. The defender impressed for England on his debut against Germany on Wednesday, as Burnley brace themselves for a summer desperately fighting to keep their prize asset.