Best To Sign?

Last updated : 05 June 2007 By Joe Harris

However, City can expect competition from midlands rivals Nottingham Forest

for the 20 year old's signature. A shower of clubs are expected to shown an interest in the striker over the coming days.

Best made an impressive end to the season, scoring a host of crucial goals which helped the Saints soar up the league table and into the Play-Offs, sparking interest in the talented forward man.

Best's lack of commitment has sparked worry into Saints manager, George Burley, who fears the youngsters future lies away from St Mary's.

Talking about the situation, Burley said: 'It would be disappointing if he decides not to sign but it's up to him,'

'We've been in contact with his agent over the past few months and we are close to matching what he has asked for. We've done everything we can but we can't force him to sign. '

'We've made him several different offers in the last few months and so far he's not accepted them.'

Meanwhile, rumours have been flying around the Walkers Satdium linking Bulgarian Forward Todorov to the club. The Portsmouth star is reportedly unhappy at Fratton Park.