Tottenham defender Pascal Chimbonda admits he knows nothing about a possible move away from White Hart Lane. Portsmouth and Greek side Panathinaikos have been linked with the French international, but Chimbonda is simply concentrating on pre-season.

"For my part I have heard nothing," Chimbonda told France Football of the reported interest in his services.

"I leave a mixed season [last season]. I had some lows and some highs and it is up to me to lift my head.

"Everyone starts from zero now and therefore I will play the best I can to do well this season with Tottenham.

"It is the coach who will take the decision.

"I like to play in England, I feel respected here."