Striker seeks Bayern exit
24 Jul 2007 - 07:19:44
Bayern Munich striker Roque Santa Cruz is desperate to leave the Bavarian giants, despite being handed a shine due to injuries at the Allianz Arena.
The 25-year-old Paraguayan had fallen down the pecking order with Bayern after their busy summer in the transfer market, but is now back in the frame as Luca Toni, Lukas Podolski and Jan Schlaudraff are all currently sidelined.
However, a determined Santa Cruz told Kicker: "It is hard to imagine staying longer.
"The club who is buying me wants me to integrate with them as quick as possible. I hope the transfer goes through this week."
Manchester City are believed to be leading the hunt for the South American, who has been with Bayern since 1999, but has rarely been a first-choice pick.
Santa Cruz has fared better for his country, scoring 16 goals in 46 appearances for Paraguay, including a hat-trick in the recent Copa America clash with Colombia.
