Bundesliga side Wolfsburg have release a statement regarding Julian Draxler’s comments over his future at the club earlier this week.
The Germany international has insisted that he wants to leave the German side this summer, sparking speculation that he could be on his way out of the club.
However, Wolfsburg have since insisted that Draxler will not be leaving the Volkswagen Arena at any cost during the transfer window.
“The Supervisory Committee and the Board of Directors at VfL Wolfsburg Fußball-GmbH feel the need to comment on the interview with Julian Draxler which was published in the 'BILD' newspaper, in order to clarify the current situation and dispel any possible resulting rumours,” a statement read on the club’s official website.
“VfL Wolfsburg wish to make it absolutely clear that at no time did those responsible at the club make either written nor oral commitments on the transfer of Julian Draxler within the current transfer period, which is due to end on August 31st, 2016. This is reiterated by a contractual release clause agreed upon with Julian Draxler and his management, which does not come into effect until summer 2017.
“VfL Wolfsburg will not be selling Julian Draxler during the course of the current transfer period.
“In joint discussions with Julian Draxler, VfL Wolfsburg again made it clear that they would not be granting the player’s wish to make a move. We now consider any possible uncertainties to have been eradicated and that all parties can revert back to a professional and responsible collaboration for the good of VfL Wolfsburg and, in particular, for our fans.”
Wolfsburg's reluctance to cash in on Draxler comes as little surprise given the young attacker completed 3.3 dribbles per 90 in the Bundesliga last season, the seventh best return of players to make 20 or more appearances.
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