Key Takeaways:
- Milan are reportedly on the brink of agreeing personal terms with Leon Goretzka, set to become a free agent from Bayern Munich on 1 July
- The Rossoneri have faced competition from Napoli, Juventus, Arsenal, Olympique Marseille, and Bayer Leverkusen for the experienced midfielder
- Goretzka featured in 45 competitive matches for Bayern Munich this season, recording five goals and four assists
Milan Approach Agreement with Veteran Midfielder
Leon Goretzka appears close to committing his future to Milan as the Italian club move towards finalising personal terms with the soon-to-be free agent from Bayern Munich. Goretzka, who turned 31 in February, will become available without a transfer fee when his current contract with Bayern expires on 1 July.
The Germany international has long featured on Milan’s list of midfield targets, with the club keen to add his top-level experience to a squad that already includes the likes of Luka Modric and Adrien Rabiot. Reports indicate that Milan are highly confident of securing the deal in the coming days.
🚨 𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚: Leon Goretzka is on the verge of signing for AC Milan.
He'll join on a free transfer.
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— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) May 7, 2026
Interest Intensifies Across Europe
The pursuit of Goretzka has attracted significant attention from major European sides. Within Serie A, both Napoli and Juventus have registered their interest, while English club Arsenal and France’s Olympique Marseille, as well as Bayer Leverkusen from Germany, have also been linked to the midfielder. Despite this intense competition, Milan remain in a strong position, especially with a Champions League qualification spot potentially on the horizon – the Rossoneri currently occupy third place in Serie A.
Performance Data
| Club | Season appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayern Munich | 45 | 5 | 4 |
Goretzka’s contributions at Bayern Munich this campaign include 45 competitive appearances, during which he scored five goals and set up four assists.
International Record
On the international stage, Goretzka has amassed 69 senior caps for Germany, netting 15 goals for his country.
