Released Villarreal midfielder Robert Pires has put Premiership clubs on notice.

The Arsenal legend has declared an ambition to return to England, where among those to have expressed an interest are West Ham United, Leicester City and Birmingham City.

"If the right kind of club expresses an interest, I have no problem going over and doing a pre-season so they can have a closer look at me," said Pires.

"There's obviously a few big English teams chasing me. I'm told Leicester and Birmingham have made serious enquiries.

"I still think I can play in the Premier League, but the challenge of getting a team like Leicester promoted is very appealing, especially with maybe two seasons left in my legs."