The 23-year-old Greece international arrived on loan from City in January and his six goals helped Gordon Strachan's side retain the Premier League title.

German club Werder Bremen are also reported to be interested in the £3million-rated striker but nothing will be confirmed until after this summer's European Championships.

my decision 

Samaras said: "First of all let me say it is my decision and no one else's. Manchester City can't keep me if I don't want to stay.

"What happens now? Well, at this stage I can't say. I just want to concentrate on Euro 2008. Now is not the time to be making decisions on my future. Manchester City and Celtic will have to wait until the time is right. My focus has to be on these finals."