Bayer Leverkusen chairman Michael Schade has confirmed that the club are keen for Sidney Sam to sign a new contract.
Sam has 18 months remaining on his current deal, which includes a clause that would allow the 25-year-old to leave Leverkusen for just £2.1m at the end of the season.
While Schade admits that he wants to keep hold of Sam, he is adamant that he will not be held at ransom by the midfielder, who has been linked with Liverpool and Schalke 04 in recent weeks.
"We are aware of the contract situation of Sidney Sam," Schade told BILD. "We would like to sign a new contract with him to ensure he stays at this club for more years to come.
"However, not at any price. This is a fact."
Sam has scored seven goals in 13 Bundesliga appearances this season.
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Robert Summerscales
Robert Summerscales
