Hoyte: I want to stay

Arsenal's right back Justin Hoyte has announced that he would like to stay at the club despite persistent rumours linking him with a move to Aston Villa. Hoyte has said he wishes to fight for his place so he can stay at the Emirates for life.

Arsenal have just brought in Lassana Diarra - capable of playing in right back - and Mathieu Flamini has done well in that position this season so far in the absence of Emmanuel Eboue. Hoyte is happy to take on the challenge, however.

Hoyte said to Arsenal.com, "That’s how football is. It just makes me more determined to work hard and get my place in the side. I am going to fight and work hard. I want to be at Arsenal all my life.



"Yes the competition is tough but it is the same as last year with Emmanuel Eboue playing and Mathieu Flamini in there sometimes too. Competition is good for us and good for the team. Hopefully I can work hard in training and break into the team. I just want to play as much as I can."