Juan Mata wants to stay with Manchester United.

Mata has been linked with a return to Spain in recent weeks, with Atletico Madrid keen to tempt the former Real Madrid junior home.

However, The Sun says Mata wants to fight for his place at Old Trafford rather than head back to Spain.

The midfielder is battling to win over United boss Louis van Gaal, but is confident he can establish himself as a first-choice in the Dutchman's plans.