Leverkusen trailing Gekas
Bayer Leverkusen have admitted their intent to bring the Bundesliga’s leading scorer, Theofanis Gekas, to the club in the summer.
The 26-year-old Greece international has been a revelation for Bochum this season, banging in 17 goals so far in a team that has generally been scrapping to stay clear of the relegation zone, and has attracted the attention of a number of top sides in Germany.
“He's an interesting player. We certainly have quite a good chance [of signing him], but other clubs are interested in him too,” said Leverkusen sporting director Rudi Voeller.
When asked to confirm rumours the striker had signed a 3-year contract with Leverkusen, Voeller refused to comment.
The player is currently on a season-long loan to Bochum from Panathinaikos. It is the Greek side who possess the player's transfer rights, though Bochum have first option on a permanent transfer.
Eurosport.com