Man Utd and Chelsea told to pay £70m for Belgium international

Axel Witsel has a release clause worth £70m at Zenit

ZENIT ST PETERSBURG claim sought-after midfielder Axel Witsel will not be sold unless a club meets his £70million release clause.

 

The Belgium international has been heavily linked with a high-profile move this summer, with a host of clubs credited with an interest.

Premier League pair Manchester United and Chelsea are believed to be keeping tabs on his availability, while Juventus and AC Milan are also keen.

 

Zenit have made no secret of their desire to keep the 26-year-old, but there's nothing the Russian giants can do if his buy-out is triggered.

A club statement confirmed: "We have repeatedly said that he has a release clause and it is worth €100m (£70m)."