Bernd Leno rules out Bayer Leverkusen departure

Bayer Leverkusen goalkeeper Bernd Leno has insisted that he has no intention of leaving the German club.

The 22-year-old's recent performances have seen his name linked with a host of European teams, with some speculation having suggested that a move could materialise during the January transfer window.

However, the Germany Under-21 international has revealed that he is planning to see out his contract at the BayArena.

"A transfer? I'm fine here. My contract will expire in 2018, and this is a great club. I want to stay here as much as possible," he told reporters.

Leno joined Leverkusen from Stuttgart back in 2011.