We didn’t promise Draxler he will leave this year – Wolfsburg release statement

Wolfsburg have released a statement, making it clear that they never had an agreement with Julian Draxler, to allow him leave this summer.

On Tuesday, Draxler granted an interview to Bild, where he stated that he wanted to leave the Bundesliga club, with Arsenal and Juventus thought to be keen on the 22-year-old.

“Wolfsburg wish to make it absolutely clear that at no time did those responsible at the club make either written or oral commitments on the transfer of Julian Draxler within the current transfer period which is due to end on August 31, 2016,” the club statement said.

“This is reiterated by a contractual release clause, agreed upon with Julian Draxler and his management, which does not come into effect until summer 2017.

“VfL Wolfsburg will not be selling Julian Draxler during the course of the current transfer period.

“In joint discussions with Julian Draxler, VfL Wolfsburg again made it clear that they would not be granting the player’s wish to make a move.

“We now consider any possible uncertainties to have been eradicated and that all parties can revert back to a professional and responsible collaboration for the good of VfL Wolfsburg and, in particular, for our fans.”

Draxler, who joined from Schalke 04 last year, took part in his first pre-season training session on Wednesday.