Celtic defender Virgil van Dijk has revealed that he is happy to remain at the Scottish Premiership side for the remainder of the season.

Van Dijk has been linked with a move to the Premier League, with Arsenal and Southampton reported to be interested in his signature, but the Dutchman has indicated that he will be remaining with the Glasgow giants until at least the summer.

The 23-year-old is quoted by BBC Sport as saying: "Interest is fine - it's always good to have people watching you.

"I can do nothing with interest and it looks like Celtic don't want to sell me so it looks like I'm staying here.

"I'm happy here, of course, because Celtic is an amazing club and I love being here."

Van Dijk has scored seven times in 36 appearances in all competitions this season.