Julian Draxler could be fined €100k for his conduct as he continues to try push for a move out of Wolfsburg, according to “?Bild.
The German newspaper recently posted an exclusive interview with the 22-year-old where he said the club had agreed to let him leave this summer should the opportunity present itself.
“I made it clear to coach Dieter Hecking after we were knocked out of Euro 2016 that I would like to leave Wolfsburg,” Draxler told “?Bild.
“The coach has known about this for three weeks. When I joined, I was assured – verbally – that I could leave the club whenever the opportunity arose.
“Both Hecking and Klaus Allofs (sporting director) said this. It was clear that Wolfsburg had good prospects, but also that they were a springboard for me.
“It was always clear to everybody that I would like to join a top club in Europe, if I were to get the chance.”
Arsenal are believed to be in pole position to sign the Germany international, but Wolfsburg have hit back since the release of Draxler’s interview with a “?club statement.
VfL have released a statement on the comments made in an interview by Julian Draxler: https://t.co/BfNhbDEgcZ pic.twitter.com/amw8RGIPKU
“This is confirmed by a release clause stipulated with Julian Draxler and his management which only comes into force in the summer of 2017.
“Wolfsburg will not transfer Julian Draxler during the current transfer period.
“Wolfsburg have explained to Julian Draxler once again in a talk that his desire to leave the club cannot be accommodated.”
Despite the public hands off warning issued by Wolfsburg, a £50m offer is rumoured to be the figure that would cause the club to back down from its stance.
Until then, though, Draxler will not be sold and could now be fined for his actions.
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