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Thomas Vermaelen isn't looking for a transfer away from Arsenal's bench.

The Gunners captain was Arsene Wenger's first choice centre-back at the start of the season, but he finished it sitting on the sidelines.

Laurent Koscielny’s double act with Per Mertesacker seems to be the only show in town.

The 27-year-old Belgian has consequently been the subject of 'wantaway rumours' - but he has gently poured scorn on them, and vowed to fight for his place next season.

"I'm happy at Arsenal. I didn't play much and that was frustrating, but things can turn around quickly," Vermaelen told Ad.nl.

"I was on the bench, but I could just as quickly be playing again. I'm working hard to make that happen.

"These are things that happen in professional football. Arsenal are a great club where there is a lot of competition."