Arsenal forward Jose Antonio Reyes does not expect to play for the club again and intends to secure a return to Spain this week.

The former Sevilla player claims he would be satisfied with a return to his old club, however a transfer to either Real Madrid or Atletico Madrid before Thursday night's deadline appears more likely.

"I've heard lots of rumours, but the one thing that is clear is that I want to leave London," said Reyes.

"I want to come back to Spain. I will not play again in England. I'm thankful to Arsenal for the way that they have treated me."

Arsenal vice-chairman David Dein confirmed last week that an offer from Atletico for the 22-year-old had been rejected.

Dein said: "He is an Arsenal player and may very well remain an Arsenal player."

Reports in Spain said Atletico had made a bid for Reyes in the region of £8.1million.

"There has been some talk about Atletico and they are constructing a strong team," said Reyes, quoted in The Times. "I just want to return. I would say yes to Atletico, yes to Real Madrid and yes to Seville."