Espanyol coach Quique Sanchez Flores admits he'd like Pau Lopez to sign a new deal.

The goalkeeper's contract talks are dragging on.

"We are all clear on the Pau's context and not just if he renews or not, it's deeper. I have a good picture of the situation and I am relaxed," said the coach.

Asked directly if he wants Pau to stay at Espanyol, he added: "I want the best and he's among the best. We don't want to lose any player because we've built this dynamic over time."