Urawa Reds' highly-rated defender Marcus Tanaka has expressed his desire to quit the J-League for a switch to Europe, amid reported interest from Wigan Athletic and Feyenoord.

The Brazilian-born Japan international is keen to further his career as he looks for a new challenge away from Japan and has attracted the attention of a host of clubs in Europe.

Latics boss Roberto Martinez is understood to be keeping close tabs on the 28-year-old, while Dutch giants Feyenoord also thought to be keen.

"The European and Middle East sides have presented me with terms equal to what I get now," he told Nikkan Sports.

"I love Urawa Reds. This feeling of mine will never change if I leave the team. I love the supporters from the bottom of my heart. But I also want to care about my football life."

Tanaka, who has 30 caps for Japan to his name, is widely regarded as one of Asia's top central defenders but whether he will be able to establish himself amongst any of Europe’s top flight sides remains to be seen.

However, the player is still debating the pros and cons of a move before deciding his future: "I want to consult with my agent and make up my mind by 25th November after returning to Japan."