Ananova:

The hot favourite to win the German version of Pop Idol is planning to use her winnings to buy a penis.

Didi Knoblauch, 25, one of the finalists on Germany Searches for a Superstar, was born a girl but is now half way towards becoming a boy.

Knoblauch told German media: "I never felt comfortable in my own skin, I don't want to be a girl.

"Two years ago I had my breasts removed in a very painful operation. But having a full sex change is expensive, about £40,000.

"I'm taking part for the experience of being on the show, but if I win I'm hoping to earn enough to afford the operation."