Barcelona defender Martin Montoya has told the Spanish outfit he wants to leave this summer amid reports Liverpool are chasing him.

The 23-year-old's agent has previously said his client would seek to move away from the Camp Nou at the end of the season if he was not given more game time by coach Luis Enrique.

Having made just six league appearances this season, Montoya is thought to have now told Barca he wants to go and he is ready to listen to offers from interested parties.

Liverpool have been linked with the defender for the past 18 months and, according to the Metro, will be the first club to make Montoya an offer once he hits the market.

Arsenal are also believed to be keen on the Spaniard and Reds boss Brendan Rodgers could face a tough fight to land one of his long-term targets, especially if the Merseysiders miss out on Champions League qualification.

Source: ClubCall