Roma close in on Bayern Munich's Podolski

Roma are firming as favourites to land Bayern Munich's German international Lukas Podolski.

Bayern's General Manager Uli Hoeness has reportedly confirmed that Podolski will inevitably leave Munich, but only at the end of the season, ruling out a January transfer.

Roma are likely to meet Bayern's asking price of 10 million euros but will be looking to off-load Menez, who has attracted interest from France and England.