Podolski’s current contract with Cologne is set to expire in the summer of 2013 and he has recently been strongly linked with a move to the Gunners.
“Lukas’ heart belongs to the city of Cologne, but he is reaching an age right now that leads him to think about the future of his career,” Bierhoff told Cologne-based Express.
“It would be a great move joining Arsenal for ‘Poldi’ (Lukas Podolski).
“Arsene Wenger is an exceptional manager that could make Lukas a stronger and better player.”
