The last few months have been brilliant for Leon Goretzka. The German midfielder has been in fine form for Bayern Munich. He has delivered remarkable performances in big games. Goretzka recently stepped up against Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League.
At the start of the season, it looked certain that Goretzka would have to look for a new club in the summer. The former Schalke midfielder was dropped from the matchday squad since Vincent Kompany preferred other options in the midfield over him. Die Roten were eager to listen to offers for Goretzka, but he decided to stay put and fight for game time in Munich.
Injury problems and the form of other players have allowed Goretzka to get game time for Die Roten as the season has progressed. The German international has made the most of these opportunities and become a pivotal player for Vincent Kompany.
At the midway stage of the season, Bayern remained keen on selling Goretzka in the summer. However, the stance of the club on his future is changing with every passing week. According to SportBild, there is a good chance that Goretzka will be staying in Munich next season.
The record champions may consider offering Goretzka a new deal since his current one expires in 2026. However, the German midfielder may have to make financial compromises to extend his stay in Bavaria. Bayern are currently looking to trim their wage bill to make space for new signings.
It is a testament to Goretzka’s quality and mentality that he has managed to change the stance of Kompany and Bayern regarding his future.
Goretzka marks return to national team with a goal
The upturn in form at the club level has helped Goretzka to get back into the German squad during the ongoing international. He marked his return to the squad with a goal against Italy last Friday. The 30-year-old midfielder is expected to start against Italy in the second leg of the UEFA Nations League quarter-final later today.
Bayern legend and former CEO Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has also showered praise on Goretzka for showing a great mentality to bounce back from setbacks at the club. He also revealed that Thomas Tuchel wanted Die Roten to part ways with Goretzka, but the Bavarian club didn’t have any problems with the midfielder.
With Goretzka likely to stay at Bayern in the summer, Joao Palhinha has emerged as the potential candidate for departure in the midfield department of the squad.