Manchester United defender Chris Smalling insists that he does not want to leave Old Trafford, despite not yet having extended his contract with the Red Devils.
Smalling's current deal at Old Trafford is due to expire in the summer of 2016 and negotiations over an extension are expected to only kick off this coming summer.
A number of clubs have been alerted to Smalling's situation at Manchester United, with the centre-back having been linked with Arsene Wenger's Arsenal recently.
But the former Fulham centre-back is hoping to remain at Manchester United and was quoted as saying by ITV: "Yes, I do [want to stay at Old Trafford for the long term].
"I am enjoying it. I always have, and if I can contribute then I am happy to stay for as long as they want me."
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The 25-year-old has made 22 appearances in all competitions for Manchester United under Louis van Gaal this season, chipping in with three goals in the process.
In total Smalling has 145 career appearances for the Red Devils to his name, having been taken to the club in 2010 by the legendary Sir Alex Ferguson.
At international level the London-born defender has won 15 caps for England.
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