Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo has dropped a major hint over his future as he continues to be linked with a move this summer.
Caicedo, 21, is enjoying a breakout season with Brighton, making 33 appearances in all competitions for the Seagulls.
His energetic and combative performances in midfield have helped propel the south coast club up to seventh in the Premier League, with Roberto De Zerbi's side now just seven points off the Champions League places.
Brighton are also through to the semi-finals of the FA Cup, where they will face Manchester United at Wembley on Sunday.
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Caicedo was strongly linked with both Arsenal and Chelsea in the January transfer window but a move failed to materialise.
Both London clubs had bids rejected by Brighton for the midfielder, including a £70m offer from the Gunners.
In an effort to force through a move, Caicedo penned an open letter to Brighton – thanking the club but urging them to allow him to leave.
Brighton refused to budge and kept Caicedo at the Amex Stadium, before convincing the midfielder to sign a new contract until 2027.
Caicedo opens up on transfer speculation
Caicedo continues to be linked with a move away this summer, with Arsenal and Liverpool among his reported suitors.
"I'm sure I'm going to have many more opportunities," Caicedo told The Telegraph, reflecting on his failed move to the Emirates.
"That's why I continue to do things well. [But] it was tough. At the beginning when I didn’t end up going, lots of people would make fun of me on Instagram.
"People treated me badly. I didn't check my social media because it would hurt me to see things."
When asked about the speculation surrounding his future, Caicedo added: "I just want to have a really good season with Brighton now, to finish off the season well and play really well and then we'll see what happens next season."
Despite the interest from Liverpool, Caicedo seemingly has his heart set on a move to Arsenal.
When asked if he wants the Gunners to win the Premier League, he added: "Of course. I hope so but let's see."
Topics: Liverpool, Brighton And Hove Albion, Football, Premier League
Rory O'Callaghan