Bayern Munich defender Jerome Boateng admits he is open to leaving Europe to join his next club.

The 32-year-old is out of contract next summer and has been linked with Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea.

"As you have correctly stated, I am a person who loves to get to know new cities, new cultures and new people," Boateng told Goal on his future plans.

"I'm actually not the type who likes to stay in one place for a long time. Accordingly, Paris, London, but also cities outside Europe are interesting for me."

When asked about the coverage surrounding his contract, Boateng added: "I was surprised by the coverage and would have liked to have sat down beforehand. But now I don't deal with it anymore.

"I have always said that I would like to get to know something different and take on a new challenge. I feel really good and in top shape and have delivered and performed in the last few months. That is also the feedback I get from Hansi Flick and my team-mates. That is the most important thing for me.

"My focus is 100 per cent on defending the five titles from last season with the club. When the day comes when we part ways, I will look back proudly on these years and many successes with this club. Not many footballers are allowed to experience something like this. At the same time, I look ahead full of motivation and look forward to what's coming."