Bayern deny Babel interest

Bayern Munich have played down reports suggesting they are lining up a bid for Ryan Babel.

The Liverpool forward is far from happy with life at Anfield and has made his feelings known to boss Rafa Benitez.

Babel's time on Merseyside looks to be coming to end and a number of clubs have been linked with a move for him in January.

Bayern were one of the clubs said to be keen on the Dutchman, but their director of sport Christian Nerlinger has denied any interest.

"I do know anything about it," he told Liga Total.

"If I do not know anything, you can easily assume there is no truth in this link."