Leeds United striker Marcus Antonsson scored just one goal last season in the Championship.
There have been a number of rumours about Antonsson’s future at Leeds, with suggestions that he could leave this summer rife.
Antonsson only moved to Leeds last term, but he struggled to make an impact during his first season in English football.
And with Leeds strengthening their attacking ranks this summer, there are some question marks over where Antonsson fits in with Thomas Christiansen’s plans.
However, Antonsson insists that he wants to stay and fight for his place at Leeds, as long as he is given a chance.
He said: “It’s a bit unclear now. Leeds is a fantastic club in every way but playing time is the most important thing and one has to think about itself as well. I feel I have to play football and develop through it.
“I do not want to close any doors if I say so. But the plan has always been that I will not return home now.
“I feel I have much more to give here. There has been quite a lot of interest all the time since I had to sit a lot on the bench.
“I have had full focus on Leeds and doing it as well as possible there to increase my chances of playing.”
Antonsson made just 16 appearances for Leeds last term in the Championship, and only scored on one occasion.
If he is to break into Leeds’ team this season, he will need to force his way in ahead of Chris Wood and Caleb Ekuban.
Antonsson has been utilised over pre-season by Christiansen, but often as a right-winger rather than a striker.
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