Sporting Lisbon fullback Jose Pereira is delighted to hear of interest from Tottenham and Barcelona.

O Jogo says both clubs are chasing the defender ahead of the January market.

"It's news that make me proud and gives me even more motivation to continue working," said Pereira.

"It's always good to see your name being associated with other major European clubs, but I'm no longer easily fooled and have my feet firmly on the ground."