Mathieu Debuchy hopes to leave Arsenal in January

Mathieu Debuchy has revealed he has not spoken to Arsene Wenger about his Arsenal future since January.

But the France full-back insists he wants to leave the Emirates in the next transfer window.

The former Newcastle defender has played only 16 minutes in the Premier League this season and is currently out with a thigh injury.

After going out on loan to Bordeaux last season, Arsenal blocked permanent moves to Fiorentina or Espanyol.

And Debuchy told L'Equipe: "I had chances at the end of the window. Unfortunately the club did not want to release me.

"I had a good pre-season, I gave everything but from the first match, I was not in the squad. That was a real slap in the face.

"Have I asked for an explanation from Arsene Wenger? No not since last January. Before my loan to Bordeaux, I was often in his office. But since, I have not felt the need, I have not wanted to. We acknowledge each other, we say hello - nothing more."

Marseille have shown an interest in Debuchy while returning to Bordeaux is also an option.

"What do I hope for in the next window? A way out. I want to tackle a new challenge, to get back involved, just to do my job well. I miss not having the excitement, the adrenaline.

"I would prefer a transfer but I am just an employee. If the club says no to me, what can I do?"