Dries Mertens says he has ‘talked about a renewal’ with Napoli, but that ‘the Premier League would be a good challenge’.

The Belgian winger was linked with a departure from the San Paolo over the summer but intends to respect his contract, which has another three years running on it.

“Last week we talked about the renewal, it’s nice to know that the club is counting on you,” he said to Belgian newspaper Hln.

“I’m thinking about what I want, the Premier League would be a good challenge.

Dries Mertens says he has ‘talked about a renewal’ with Napoli, but that ‘the Premier League would be a good challenge’.

The Belgian winger was linked with a departure from the San Paolo over the summer but intends to respect his contract, which has another three years running on it.

“Last week we talked about the renewal, it’s nice to know that the club is counting on you,” he said to Belgian newspaper Hln.

“I’m thinking about what I want, the Premier League would be a good challenge.

“I have a contract until 2018, but maybe other options will appear then.

“Our supporters aren’t very taken by the Europa League, they’re wanting to see the Champions League. But the players are motivated.”

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