Allan Saint-Maximin admits he could've left Newcastle United in January.
The French winger was a target for AC Milan chief Paolo Maldini.
I had the opportunity to go to another club in January but the club said they want me to stay and that I'm important," the 26-year-old told Sky Sports. When you feel that the club, the manager and every single person in Newcastle wants you then, of course, you want to stay.
But the day I don't have that feeling for sure I will have no other choice but to go to the place that really wants me. I don't think about that now. I'm really focused on my goal - which is helping Newcastle try and reach the Champions League.
After that, I will think about what is best for me and I will have a chat with the club and the manager about what they want and I will have to make a decision for sure. But I really want to see myself and my future here in Newcastle."