Bayern Munich defender Dante wants to be allowed to leave before next week's transfer deadline.

Dante was missing for Tuesday's team photo ceremony and BILD says he's asked Bayern to let him leave.

The Brazilian, 31, has been linked with Everton and Southampton in England.

Bayer Leverkusen and Borussia Mönchengladbach are also keen on Dante should Bayern make him available.

For the moment, Bayern are reluctant to allow Dante to leave with an injury cloud hanging over Mehdi Benatia.