Robinho’s appearance against Scunthorpe in the FA Cup on Sunday is likely to be his last for the club, who joined for a British transfer record feee from Real Madrid in September 2008.
“The coach was very sincere with me and said that I would play every other match,” Robinho told Radio Bandeirantes.
“I told him that would not be interesting to me, it’s a World Cup year.”
Robinho has admitted he may now rejoin from club Santos on loan.
He added: “The financial situation is important, but being happy also counts.
“The directors all agree that it’s better to send me out on loan.
“It would be exceptional to return to Santos. Playing for Santos would help me in my path to the World Cup. It is my home, I know everyone.”
