Arsenal midfielder Denilson has expressed his desire to extend his stay with Sao Paulo.
The 24-year-old Brazilian joined the Brasileirao side on a season-long deal last summer and he admits that he would rather remain in his homeland than return to the Gunners.
"There is the possibility of maybe signing a four or five-year contract," Denilson told Estadao. "My lawyer talked to Arsenal and they asked to wait to see what happens in the Brazilian Cup before talking again.
"Anything could happen. Sao Paulo are doing their best to keep me, but I prefer to focus on my work and think about that later. There are two options - a permanent contract or extend the loan deal.
"I have already done my part by showing my intention of remaining here [at Sao Paulo]."
Denilson, who joined Arsenal from Sao Paulo in 2006, has made over 150 appearances for the North London club.
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