Ermedin Demirovic commits to Stuttgart, hopes for Arsenal draw in Champions League | OneFootball

Ermedin Demirovic has reaffirmed his commitment to Stuttgart despite summer interest, and hopes to be drawn against Arsenal in the Champions League.

“Leaving was never an option for me,” Demirovic said. He told Sport Bild, “I heard the rumors while on holiday, but I’ve always said that I want to stay at VfB.” “I want to help the team, score goals – as many as possible -continue to lead the way, and play a successful season.”

Leeds United, Juventus and Fenerbahçe were among the clubs to show interest this summer, and Stuttgart were said to debate whether a lucrative sale should be entertained. Reports suggesting Sebastian Hoeneß was open to a sale particularly annoyed the head coach, but Demirovic has dismissed any exit talk and underlined that their relationship remains strong.

“He is very welcome,” Demirovic said of Dzenan Pejcinovic. He told Kicker, “We want to enter the season with a strong squad,” and the outlet also reports that Wolfsburg are demanding €25m, Stuttgart have offered about €20m, and sporting director Fabian Wohlgemuth does not expect the 20-year-old to join the current camp in Grassau while talks continue.

“I hope that we get an English team at some point. I would like to play against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium.”

A tie at the Emirates would also offer Demirovic a stage in England after Leeds’ recent interest. His immediate priority, however, is helping Stuttgart enjoy another successful season rather than pursuing a Premier League move.

Source: Get German Football News

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