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Arsenal goalkeeper Vito Mannone has ruled out a return to his homeland Italy.

Napoli were reported to be interested in the 24-year-old who has impressed while deputising for the injured Wojciech Szczesny this season - prompting him to reveal that he wants the No.1 spot for good.

However, the Italy Under-21 international insists he has no plans to leave the Emirates.

"I want to make it clear, because there have been unfounded rumours, that my contract is not ending in 12 months," Mannone said.

"I've got a few more years and I'm happy to be at Arsenal right now. I'm looking at the present and my future is not in doubt.

"I want to stay at Arsenal as long as I can, I don't want to move to any other club."

Mannone is dreaming of title glory for Arsene Wenger's men, even though they are seven points behind leaders Chelsea after seven games.

“We have a good solid squad and think we can go for it," he said. "If we keep our focus and mentality, it is not a doubt that we will challenge for the title.”

Meanwhile, Gunners striker Nicklas Bendtner is eager to turn his loan at Italian giants Juventus permanent.

“It’s my wish to remain here but I must first prove myself. To do that, I need to play,” said the Denmark international.