James Rodriguez's chances of staying at Bayern Munich beyond this season have received a boost after a glowing endorsement from club chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge.
The 63-year-old told Munchner Abendzeitung (h/t Goal): "I strongly believe that he will play for FC Bayern next season. I am still a big fan of James and I am sure that coach Kovac sees his qualities the way I do and that he is very happy with him. We have to use the option before June 15. I have to make it clear that everybody here is happy with him.