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PSV Eindhoven forward Steven Bergwijn has dismissed claims that he refused to play for his team last weekend amid continued speculation linking him with a move to Tottenham Hotspur.
Bergwijn was left out of the PSV squad for Sunday's home clash with FC Twente, with a move to Spurs seemingly edging closer to completion.
Speculation swirled that the Netherlands international had refused to take part in the game, which PSV drew 1-1, in an attempt to expedite a move to the Premier League team. However, he took to Instagram (h/t Sam France of Goal) to confirm he was given permission to miss the match:
"Good evening, PSV fans.