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Newcastle United's French defender has resisted a possible move to Lyon, despite reports of a 'shortfall' in the French club's medical care.

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Clement Grenier has denied reports suggesting he missed a training session in an effort to force a move from Lyon, insisting he is happy to stay with the French side. Newcastle have been linked with a move for the France international midfielder, who has claimed he has a knock and is not seeking a move. Grenier posted on his personal website: 'I have read a lot of things about myself recently. Staying put: Grenier insists he is happy at Lyon despite missing training and Newcastle's interest . On the radar: Newcastle manager Alan Pardew tried to sign Grenier during the January transfer window . 'Just to be clear, Lyon's medical and technical staff have set me a specific programme so I can be back at 100 per cent. 'That includes a period spent training indoors. That is why I have not been present at some of the training sessions. 'I have no problem with the club and have never missed a training session intentionally. 'There is no controversy and my intention is to be back on the pitch and competing as soon as possible.' Lyon start their Ligue 1 campaign with a home match against Rennes on August 10, while their quest to compete in the Europa League group stages got off to a fine start with a 4-1 victory at Mlada Boleslav in their third qualifying round first leg match on Thursday. International: Grenier has five caps for France but missed the World Cup through injury .