Podolski hits out at Bayern

Germany striker could be set for summer switch

By Rob Parrish   Last updated: 23rd June 2008

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Germany striker Lukas Podolski is looking to leave Bayern Munich after admitting his fear that the club do not rate him.

Podolski has struggled to force his way into the starting XI at the Allianz Arena and has had to settle for often being back-up to Miroslav Klose and Luca Toni.

Bayern have also been linked with a summer move for his international team-mate Mario Gomez, leaving Podolski to conclude that he is surplus to requirements.

Even the arrival of new boss Jurgen Klinsmann, who was happy to select Podolski at international level, is unlikely to change his mind.

Confidence

Podolski told Express: "I don't have the impression they have confidence in me and that feeling is boosted by their interest in other striking options.

"I must make my decision without taking who is coach into account."

Stuttgart, Arsenal, Manchester City and Tottenham have all been linked with the forward, while a return to newly-promoted Cologne could also be on the agenda.

Podolski is eager to be a first-team regular and, having scored three goals so far at Euro 2008, has thanked Germany manager Joachim Low for giving him a chance to shine.

He told Bild: "Everything is possible. I have a contract with Bayern but everyone knows Cologne is a club apart in my eyes. Playing is more important than titles.

"I didn't expect to be a regular at these Euros. But the staff have confidence in me and I pay them back with good performances, as has often been the case in my career."