Liverpool winger Milan Jovanovic has been given permission to find a new club, after being told he no longer features in the club's plans.
The Serbian has only been at Anfield for one-year after joining last season on a free-transfer from Belgian club Standard Liege.
Despite appearing to find a place in Liverpool's starting XI, the winger subsequently found himself frozen out of the team when Kenny Dalglish took the helm in January.
The 30-year-old was brought in last summer, along with Joe Cole, to offer width and relieve the burden placed on Dirk Kuyt. Jovanovic failed to impress in his debut season though, and earlier in the year admitted it was difficult to adjust to life in England.
Jovanovic reportedly said to a Greek media outlet: "I got the paper from Liverpool that I am free to search for a new club."
The Serbian international has been linked with Greek side Olympiakos, but has confirmed that there is no concrete offer in place. "Up to now, I still haven't received an official offer from Olympiakos, but I am looking forward to hearing their plans," he said.
Jovanovic's departure will help to slash the massive wage bill club owner John W. Henry inherited when he bought the club last season. Jovanovic is reportedly picking up a cool £120,000-per-week.
With the club keen to bring in younger talent on minimal wages, it appears as though Jovanovic will not be the only departure from the club this summer.
England international Joe Cole has been touted with a move away from Merseyside, with London a likely destination.
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