Brighton and Hove Albion star Moises Caicedo has confirmed he wants to leave the club "magnificent opportunity" amid the links with Arsenal and Chelsea.
Reports on Friday claimed that Brighton had a rejected a record bid of £60million from the North London side.
The Blues are also said to be keen on a move for the Ecuador international, but the club have insisted he is not for sale.
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The 21-year-old took to social media on Friday night to ask Brighton to allow him to leave in the January transfer window.
"I am grateful to Mr Bloom and Brighton for giving me the chance to come to the Premier League and I feel I have always done my best for them. I always play football with a smile and with heart.
"I am the youngest of 10 siblings from a poor upbringing in Santa Domingo in Ecuador. My dream always to be the most decorated player in the history of Ecuador.
"I am proud to be able to bring in a record transfer fee for Brighton which would allow them to reinvest it and help the club continue to be successful.
"The fans have taken me into their hearts and they will always be in my heart so I hope they can understand why I want to take up this magnificent opportunity."
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