Barcelona president Joan Laporta told media on Monday that the club wants coach Pep Guardiola to stay but had to wait for his own decision.

Guardiola, whose contract with the European champions will expire this season, has yet commit to a new deal.

Monday's was the former Spain and Barca midfielder's 39-year-old birthday, while his agent was quoted by Sport newspaper on the same day that he had offers from six rival clubs.

"We cannot avoid interest from other clubs because at the moment he is the best coach in the world," responded Laporta.

Barcelona's coach Pep Guardiola listens to questions during a news conference at Movenpick hotel in Kuwait City December 20,2009.

"I think he has much to achieve at Barca. Regarding the contract renewal, we want to get it done as soon as possible but we have to wait. We understand that he wants time to reflect."

Laporta is not allowed to stand for another term and is due to step down around the end of June, prompting speculation in Spanish media that Guardiola is waiting to see who the new president is before he commits to the club.

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