'Never an option': Leandro Trossard rubbishes Arsenal exit rumours | OneFootball

The Belgian was linked with a move to Turkey after the Gunners signed a raft of attacking talent

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Leandro Trossard has rubbished reports he was close to leaving Arsenal in the summer transfer window.

Trossard, who moved up from Brighton in 2023, has appeared in five of the Gunners’ seven Premier League matches this season, starting only three, but is adamant there was never any chance he would move on.

"At the beginning of the season, I struggled a bit with an injury. I think those rumours arose because of the lack of minutes."

Trossard has since shaken off a groin injury and says he is back to full fitness ahead of Belgium’s World Cup qualifiers against North Macedonia and Wales - both must win matches as they look to escape a congested qualifying group.

“I’ve had some good weeks,” he continued.

"I'm finally a fit footballer again, a player in top form. I'm very happy about that.

“I've played a lot in recent weeks, I've done my thing, and I feel good about that."

North Macedonia currently sit top of the pile in World Cup qualifying Group J, one point clear of Belgium and Wales. The Red Devils have a game in hand, though, and are well placed to end the October international break in top spot.