It is in situations like this, I wish the club or the player would just come out with a one line statement denying the rumor. (justarsenal.com)
They swiftly denied the rumor; as if they'd ever confirm it! (dealspwn.com)
The company has been vigorously denying rumors that it's a willing target for merger with or acquisition by any other company. (realtormag.realtor.org)