Sevilla Move to France considered too risky

Rami thrilled with first Europa League title

Adil Rami was one of Unai Emery's first targets when the Basque coach touched down at Paris Saint-Germain last summer, but the French defender decided to stay put at Sevilla.

While still at the Estadio Sanchez Pizjuan, Rami's excellent centre-back play helped Emery towards a third consecutive Europa League title and he wanted to bring that quality to the French capital.

"I spoke with Emery last summer about moving to PSG," the player told Radio Montecarlo. "The club was considering the transfer of David Luiz to Chelsea.

"I thought about it, but I kept a cool head because I need to play right now."

Having struggled to cement a spot as a starter at Valencia and at AC Milan, Rami did not want to risk a fresh demotion to the bench.

"I had ups and downs towards the end of my contract at Valencia and I missed football," he explained.

"I tried to lift myself up in Milan, but it was difficult.

"Now I am at a great European-level club and don't want to take any risks.

"I know how much quality the PSG centre-backs have."

Although the start to Rami's season has been hampered by injuries, he returned to action last weekend against Atletico Madrid and is set to play a major role for Jorge Sampaoli this season.