Overview
- Gazzetta dello Sport reports Milan has submitted a three-year proposal worth about €5 million net per season plus bonuses.
- Bayern sporting director Christoph Freund has confirmed Goretzka will leave after eight years, with both parties agreeing not to extend his expiring deal.
- Juventus, Arsenal, several Premier League sides, Galatasaray and clubs from Saudi Arabia are also reported to be pursuing the midfielder.
- A January switch to Atlético Madrid was described as close but fell through because Goretzka wanted to complete the season in Munich.
- Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann has publicly backed Goretzka for national-team involvement despite reduced club minutes, a stance echoed by Michael Ballack.