David Wright and his agent, Seth Levinson, broke a long silence on Tuesday night to refute reports that they are nearing an agreement on a contract extension with the Mets.

It had been reported that Wright and the Mets might be close after an offer through the 2020 season and potentially worth more than $137.5 million was made.

"We don't anticipate a deal any time soon," Levinson said.

Wright said he was disappointed with "inaccuracies" that had been reported.

"I wish I could elaborate, but it was important to me from the very beginning that these negotiations remain confidential and private," Wright said. "I plan on sticking to that."

Deferred money is the issue, according to sources.