Seattle mayor warns New Orleans mayor to keep eyes off Wilson

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - DECEMBER 13: Russell Wilson #3 of the Seattle Seahawks looks to throw a pass against the New York Jets during the first quarter in the game at Lumen Field on December 13, 2020 in Seattle, Washington.

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Seattle's mayor isn't too pleased about her counterpart in New Orleans joining in on the recruitment of Russell Wilson.

After Wilson's agent named the Saints as a possible trade destination, New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell, tweeted a message to the Seattle Seahawks quarterback and his wife, Ciara, letting them know the city would welcome them "with open arms."

I have been hearing the rumors on the streets. 👀 I don't know if they are true or not. But, I just want @dangerusswilson & @ciara to know that if these rumors are true. Please know that the City of New Orleans will welcome you and your family with open arms! #nola #whodat pic.twitter.com/yE1MJYssLS
— Mayor LaToya Cantrell (@mayorcantrell) February 27, 2021

Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan is determined to keep Wilson in her city, though.

I love you Mayor, but keep your eyes off @DangeRussWilson. His home is Seattle. #GoHawks

And so you know, Seattle is in the market for a @NBA team. Don't make me go there. https://t.co/degqE61pJJ
— Mayor Jenny Durkan (@MayorJenny) February 28, 2021

For now, it appears Durkan won't have to worry about losing Wilson. His agent, Mark Rodgers, insisted Wilson wants to remain in Seattle, but if a trade were to happen, he would only want to go to the Saints, Dallas Cowboys, Las Vegas Raiders, or Chicago Bears.