Argentine defender Martin Demichelis will go on loan to Spanish club Malaga from Germany's [ Images ] Bayern Munich [ Images ] for six months with an option to extend, he told Bild newspaper on Friday.

Bild reported that Malaga would take over Demichelis' salary and pay a 3 million euros transfer fee at the end of the season if the club stays in Spain's top division.

Demichelis, who played in the World Cup in South Africa [ Images ], lost his starting spot this season and has been keen on a move to get regular playing time.

"Yes, it's a done deal," said the 30-year-old. "I've already said goodbye ...In the dressing room. It was seven unforgettable years," he added.

Demichelis joined Bayern in 2003 and formed a successful central defensive partnership with Belgian Daniel van Buyten but both have performed below expectations over the past 18 months.