Tito Vilanova: 'David Villa staying at Barcelona'

Barcelona coach Tito Vilanova has insisted that David Villa will not be leaving the club.

The striker, who recently returned to the side following a broken leg, has been linked with a move to Arsenal.

"David will not leave, we are very happy with him," Vilanova told reporters.

"It's been a long recovery process, but we know his importance to the team, and we're sure that he will help us."

Barca maintained their 11-point lead at the top of the La Liga table on Sunday with a 3-1 win at Malaga.