James Rodriguez’s wife insists that her husband wants to stay with Real Madrid amid Arsenal links.

  • James has made just 9 starts this season under Zinedine Zidane
  • Reportedly wants move with regular playing time
  • Previously said to have turned down Arsenal because of Ospina connection
  • Has also been linked with Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester United
  • Wife says he wants to stay at Real

James Rodriguez has struggled for game time with Real this season and with the midfielder set to turn 26 this summer, he’s reportedly looking for a more secure position in a squad where he’ll get regular minutes on the pitch.

However, his wife, Daniela Ospina (sister of David), claims that he’s happy in Spain and at Real, as is she.

“James is very focused, it is a very personal decision,” Daniela told Spanish TV show La Sexta.

“He is happy, but when he has to make the decision, he will do so.

“I cannot promise anything, but James wants to continue with Real Madrid and I love Madrid too, I am really happy in Spain and I want to stay here.

“He is super happy, always working and trying to improve himself, to do what he has to do.

“Obviously I want him to play more, to say that wouldn’t be a lie.”

The Spaniard has been linked with moves to Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United and Liverpool.

Recent reports claimed that James won’t sign for the Gunners because his brother-in-law, David Ospina, is set to leave. Although, as we said, this seems a little far-fetched for a professional footballer looking for regular playing time.

James’ Real contract expires in 2020.