Arsenal skipper Thomas Vermaelen hints at possible summer exit

Thomas Vermaelan has admitted that he is unsure whether he will remain at Arsenal or if he will move on in the summer.

The Belgian’s future in north London has been the subject of speculation since losing his place in the starting line-up and being unable to break-up the formidable Per Metersacker-Laurent Koscielny partnership.

Manchester United and Napoli are among the clubs credited with an interest in securing the services of the 28-year-old who has just over a year left on his contract, but Vermaelan, who played at left-back in the Gunners’ 1-1 draw with Bayern Munich, insists he does not know what the future holds for him.

“There has been a lot of speculation, but I can’t talk about it because I don’t know what is going on,” he said. “My focus is on Arsenal at the moment. There is still a lot to play for – I can’t do anything about rumours.

“It is not easy, but I try to stay positive. Firstly, I have been injured in the last couple of weeks, but when the boss needs me, I try to play well.

“I know anything can happen, so I am happy to play when he needs me.

“From my point of view, I hope it is as much as it can be. I work hard for the team and that is the only thing that I can do.”