Manchester City outcast Robinho is desperate to remain in Brazil, after ending his initial loan spell with Santos.
The 26-year-old was farmed out by the Citizens in January after struggling to make his mark in his second season at Eastlands and enjoyed his time back at one of his former clubs.
Robinho told reporters: “It’s not easy to convince the English to agree a deal but I trust the leaders of Santos to be successful. I think I belong in Brazil more than the Premier League.
“My agents have received several offers from clubs in Europe, but everything is on hold until Santos meet City.”
Meanwhile, City’s move to snare Internazionale’s talented young striker Mario Balotelli appears to have hit a major stumbling block.
Personal terms for the 19-year-old are reported to be the problem, with agent Mino Raiola telling Sky Italia: “As long as there’s hope, there’s life.
“He’s calm but anxious to come to an agreement, that’s normal for a lad of 19. We’re working and we’re hoping.”