Ballack Blames Abramovic For Exit

Michael Ballack has pointed accusing fingers at Roman Abramovic stating that he believes the Russian billionaire is responsible for his Chelsea exit.

Ballack said: 'It's unfortunate we couldn't come together, but I have to put it behind me.

'I've known for a while that the negotiations had stopped and it's time to move on. I have to find a new club and carry on with my career.

'Chelsea was always my first choice as I had four great years at the club and enjoyed every minute, but it was not to be. It's still my first choice, even now, but it was not up to me. The decision was down to Roman.'

He added: 'I loved the club. They always made me feel welcome and there was a special atmosphere in the team. We won three FA Cups and the Premier League in four years, but winning the Double this season was unbelievable as it was a real piece of history.

'Chelsea do not have the history of Liverpool or Manchester United but are growing as a club. I wish them well for the future.'

Apart from leaving Chelsea against his wish, He has also been denied an opportunity to play what is supposed to be his last world cup by an ankle injury He sustained in the FA Cup final against Portsmouth.

But Ballack is not ready to quit international football and is setting his sights at the 2012 European championships.

'To end my career like this is not an option,' Ballack said. 'I want to play for at least two more years at the highest level so I can play for Germany at the European Championship.

'I've played in three Euros and two World Cups so know how special they are and can't end like this. I'm even more determined to carry on since I've been injured and the motivation is growing inside me every single day.

'I'm not yet ready to 'retire' by going to the United States or Dubai and want to stay in Europe. I'm a proud German who always enjoyed living there, so have some options back home.'

We wish Ballack all the best. Its a pity He had to leave this way.