The shot stopper was expected to be sold in the January transfer window to Al-Shabab due to his own desire to leave.
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Dubravka, who has been in the team lately, applauding the fans after a 3-1 win over Bromley in the FA Cup on Sunday.
Post-game, Howe stated: "No, there's no fresh update but I don't expect one. Touchwood I hope he will stay and I don't think that will change.
"We've had discussions, of course, about his future, but I think we're very relaxed. He's never said he's wanted to leave.
"I think he's enjoying being in the team, he's enjoying the moment the team's in. So I don't expect any major announcement."