Leon Goretzka could leave FC Bayern as early as this winter. In addition to Atlético Madrid, another top club is now keeping an eye on the Munich player
As the Italian transfer portal TUTTOMercato reports, after Atlético Madrid, SSC Napoli are now also keeping an eye on Leon Goretzka. The Italian top club would like to strengthen its midfield as early as January. The Bayern star is considered a preferred candidate ahead of names such as Kobbie Mainoo, Soungoutou Magassa and Lorenzo Pellegrini
According to the report, however, it is unlikely that Goretzka will leave Munich this winter. Bayern bosses apparently do not want to sell him in January, even if it would be the last chance to get a transfer fee for him, as his contract expires next summer
Bayern extension still conceivable
According to the Spanish sports newspaper AS , an Atlético transfer for Goretzka is conceivable. According to Radio MARCA , the Rojiblancos are said to have already approached the record champions regarding the terms of a potential transfer. However, a contract extension at Säbener Straße is still not off the table
A model similar to the one currently being planned for Serge Gnabry is conceivable. According to media reports, the winger is on the verge of extending his contract at a significantly reduced salary. Should Goretzka wish to remain in Munich, he would probably have to adjust to a similarly reduced salary
The 2026 World Cup is a particularly important factor in his decision. If Goretzka continues to be given the prospect of regular playing time in Munich, he is also likely to be interested in staying in Munich beyond the winter. If that is not the case, a departure in the winter could indeed be on the cards.