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'Emre Can is leaving': Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard admits midfielder is set for Anfield exit at the end of the season amid interest around Europe

Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard has admitted Emre Can will leave his former club in the summer.

The German midfielder, who joined Liverpool in 2014, is currently in a contract stand-off with his deal at Anfield expiring at the end of the season.

Can is now in a position where he can sign a pre-contract agreement with clubs around Europe and has attracted interest from Juventus, Bayern Munich and Manchester City.

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Steven Gerrard has claimed Emre Can will be leaving Liverpool once his contract has expired
Steven Gerrard has claimed Emre Can will be leaving Liverpool once his contract has expired

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has maintained hope of persuading the 24-year-old to stay at the club but has taken a nonchalant stance, admitting he has to 'respect the player's wishes'.