Julian Brandt has informed Bayer Leverkusen he wants to leave at the end of the season, it has been revealed.

BILD says Brandt has told Bayer chief Rudi Voeller he wishes to leave this summer, something which Voeller has confirmed.

The Bayer sports chief says the Germany international can leave for his €25m buyout clause.

Juventus, Liverpool and Real Madrid have been mentioned as suitors for Brandt.

The midfielder is a favourite of Reds boss Jurgen Klopp, having identified him as a long-term option to replace Philippe Coutinho, now of Barcelona.