De Marcos: I’ll retire at Bilbao

Oscar de Marcos has reaffirmed his commitment to Athletic Bilbao by claiming he wants to end his career at San Mames.

The versatile midfielder has been a model of consistency since breaking into the first team in 2009 and has amassed over 280 appearances over the past seven seasons, but his form in the current campaign has led to interest from the English Premier League.

Manchester United have reportedly enquired about his availability as they look to bolster their midfield options. It wouldn't be the first time the Red Devils try to prize the 26-year-old away from Los Leones; they failed to acquire him in a joint deal with Ander Herrera three seasons ago.

However, De Marcos has played down the rumours, telling talkSPORT: "The news has passed by me, but nobody has told me anything. If it's true, it is because I'm doing things right with the Athletic.

"More importantly I don't let it worry me. Today I think my future is in the Athletic and I'll finish my career here. I only see here."