Arsenal full-back André Santos has denied recent reports linking him with an exit from the club and possible return to Turkish football.
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André Santos, 29, has found himself outside of the Arsenal first-team this campaign, with Englishman Kieran Gibbs finding form in the left-back position.
There had been talk that the former Corinthians player was close to a return to former side Fenerbahce, who recently released fellow Brazilian Alex de Souza.
The Arsenal man, though, has taken to Twitter to deny the reports, saying: “I would like to state clearly that I have a lot of respect for Fenerbache, and I love Istanbul…but for now I am a Gunner.
“For now, I have not received an offer from a Turkish team. However, if I receive an offer one day, thinking what is best for my family, I will make a decision.”
Santos has featured in only two Premier League games so far this season and was caught up in controversy off-the-pitch after receiving punishment for dangerous driving.
