MIDFIELD battler Stuart McCall today admitted he's ready to listen to other offers if his Bradford future isn't sorted out in the next 48 hours.

The veteran campaigner was left shocked and stunned when he was asked to take a 60 per cent pay cut by the Bantams following contract talks last week.

However, though he is still hopeful an agreement can be reached, the 37-year-old Scot has indicated he's ready to look elsewhere this summer -- which could open the door for a summer swoop by Burnley boss Stan Ternent.

"I'm going away for a few days and I'm hoping things will be sorted out one way or another before the end of the week," said McCall.

"I was stunned when I found out what the club were prepared to offer me and I don't know what's behind something so dramatic other than the fact they are desperately trying to reduce the wage bill.

"I'm still hopeful that we can agree something, but if not, it will be a sad farewell and I'll look elsewhere."

Speculation was rife that City boss Jim Jefferies wouldn't offer McCall a new contract at all and the player is certain to be stripped of his player-coach title even if he does re-sign.

Yet, surprisingly, the 36-year-old insists he bears no grudges towards the new management team at Valley Parade and believes they are only working to orders.

"I've no problem with the gaffer at all," stressed McCall.

"We had a chat at the end of the season -- he wants me to stay and I want to stay, but we'll have to see.

"It's obvious that the club are looking to cut down on their spending and that's probably reflected in the new deals they have offered. "As far as the coaching side of things go, I haven't really been involved since Jim and Billy (Brown) took over.

"I accept that, though, because they are a team and they are used to working together."

Clarets chief Ternent is remaining tight-lipped as to whether or not McCall is on his summer shopping list.

But, having worked with the player before, he may well fit the bill.

And, though he's now coming towards the end of his career, he still appears to have plenty to offer having featured regularly in the Premiership for City.

Ternent has certainly proved in the past that he's not frightened off by the age of a player provided he feels he can still do a job.

And, though he recognises the need to reduce the overall age of his squad, he is sure to be monitoring McCall's situation closely, with a number of other clubs also thought to be interested.