Bayer Leverkusen star Patrik Schick is excited by Champions League football next season.

The striker scored 13 goals in 36 matches in 2020-2021, and then bettered his output by netting 24 goals and five assists in 31 games this past season.

The 26-year-old has been linked to Arsenal and a host of other European teams.

However, he has signed a new contract at Leverkusen to keep him at the club until 2027.

"I just feel good here, but above all, our team is a promise for the future," he said. "It's a lot of fun with these guys and we really want to tear something up.

"Qualifying for the Champions League is a good next step. A lot is possible here, which is exactly why I extended my contract at Bayer 04."