Cedric Soares Arsenal stance revealed amid Newcastle and Porto transfer exit rumours

Reports claiming that Cedric Soares would like to leave Arsenal are false, understands.

The 30-year-old has reportedly been the subject of interest from Premier League side Newcastle, while an article has also suggested that Porto are interested in bringing him back to Portugal and have submitted a bid of around £4 million for him.

However, sources close to the player have revealed that no offers have come in at the time of writing. Cedric has consistently been linked with a move away from north London, however understands that he only wants to stay with the Gunners.

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The former Southampton right back was subject of interest from Atletico Madrid in the January transfer window as they looked to replace Kieran Trippier following his move to St. James' Park. However, he ended up staying with Arsenal following the January departures of Ainsley Maitland-Niles and Calum Chambers.

Since then he has gone on to become a dependable part of Mikel Arteta's backline in the absence of Takehiro Tomiyasu, helping the Gunners into a promising position in the race for the top four. Cedric attracted particular praise from Arteta for his professionalism in coming and performing so well, despite having only started twice in the Premier League prior to January.

"It’s not a coincidence," the Spaniard said. "When you have the professionalism, the dedication, the habit and obviously the experience and ability that Cedric has and you never give up, good things happen to you. He’s been patient, he’s been keeping quiet and working hard and accepting the situation, and when he’s had the chance he’s done well."

With Tomiyasu's return from injury