Josip Stanišić does not want to return to Bayern this summer and would like to stay in Leverkusen. He informed the club of that. Still no talks between clubs - talks expected to take place after the end of the season.

Josip Stanišić is in good form having scored and assisted in the 5-0 victory against Bochum. This was Bayer Leverkusen's 50th game without a defeat in all competitions this season.

Josip Stanišić, a Croatian representative, has reached his potential in Bayer Leverkusen. Initially, he didn't get much playing time under Xabi Alonso, but as the minutes increased, Josip got better in all aspects of the game. He has become one of the most important players of the team, and Bayer can't imagine their lineup without him next season. He scored three goals, one against Bayern in a big 3-0 victory and twice for a draw against Borussia Dortmund and Roma in the 97th minute. The Croatian representative has enthralled the 'apothecary' fans who would most like him to stay next season, which is very likely also Xabi Alonso's wish.

At the beginning of the season, Josip Stanisic (24) left FC Bayern on loan to the competitor Leverkusen, played in 28 competitive matches.