Inter Milan midfielder Patrick Vieira believes he will still be at the San Siro next season.

Vieira, who started his career at Cannes, has been linked with a return to France and a move to either Paris St Germain or ousted champions Lyon.

However, the France international expects to be reassured of his place at Inter when he meets with coach Jose Mourinho next week.

"From what they're telling me, there will be a decision," Vieira told French sports daily L'Equipe. "But I know that if I'm physically fine I have my place here. Without a problem.

"I have never met anyone, neither at Paris, nor in another French club. I want to stay at Inter. I feel good here.

"Now this desire needs to be shared by everyone. No-one has come and told me anything. So I haven't asked myself questions about leaving."

Vieira admits, however, that if he does decide to leave the San Siro then France would be the likely destination.

The former Arsenal midfielder added: "I don't see myself for example returning to England in a club that plays in mid-table or for survival.

"I prefer to go to a club in France who play for the title. That seems logical to me."

Vieira has battled with injuries all season and started just 10 matches this campaign.

However, the 32-year-old is confident he can still cope at the highest level.

"A place at Inter is worth a lot, because there are a lot of good players," said Vieira. "But I want everyone to have the same chances.

"If that's the case there's no worries, I'm staying at Inter.

"I will play, because I have confidence in my skills and I know that I am better than the players in position."