Real Betis coach Manuel Pellegrini has welcomed rumours linking him with AC Milan.

The veteran has been linked with Stefano Pioli's job at Milan.

"Always being among the names of important teams is always transcendental for a career that has spanned many years, many games coached," said Pellegrini, 71.

Although the Betis coach reacted positively to his links with Milan, he insisted he's happy in the Andalusian capital.

Pellegrini also stated: “I have two years left on my contract, I hope I can fulfill them.

"I push myself day by day to be able to improve and deliver what one believes one can deliver to institutions or the national team.

"It is difficult to know what is going to happen, I feel motivated to continue demanding more of myself."