Emery plays down PSG talks with Ramsey

Arsenal manager Unai Emery has spoken about Aaron Ramsey’s reported offer from Paris Saint-Germain, with the Spaniard playing down talk of an imminent departure.

The Wales international midfielder is out of contract with the Gunners in the summer and will leave the club, although it isn’t yet known where he will go and when.

There has been suggestions that Arsenal could look to capitalise and force a sale in January, to ensure they receive some money back on their investment.

Earlier today we reported on claims from L’Équipe that PSG were set to offer the 28-year old an 18-month contract once the winter window opens, however Emery has commented on the claims, suggesting Ramsey is focused on Arsenal’s upcoming schedule.

The former Cardiff City man, who has gone on the record in the past to say he has no plans to leave in January, played for the Gunners yesterday in their 1-1 draw with Brighton at the Amex Stadium, coming off the bench for the final half hour.

And Emery, as quoted by Football.London, is focusing on the club’s upcoming fixtures. The former PSG coach said:

For me the most important thing from every player is focus to be here and they have their individual circumstances in their contracts. My present and future is here at Arsenal and the players show me the focus.

I think it’s not easy for Aaron, but I spoke with him and he played yesterday with a good spirit like I want and he helped us – not to win – but he worked well and I am happy.