He did, months ago, but......................
I have to experience the Champions League. I just need the opportunity, that's it. And I'll do the rest," he said.
"I'm too ambitious. And not ambitious just to play for a top club, but to win things at club level and with the Ivory Coast.
"For me to be better, to achieve what I know I am capable of, I have to aim to play at the very highest level, to win trophies.
"I'm blessed to have come this far in my playing career. But I feel like there is so much more I have to offer."
Crystal Palace forward Wilfried Zaha has told the club he wants to leave this summer.
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