July 23rd 2023.
Leon Goretzka has been linked with a move away from Bayern Munich for some time now. Manchester United were reportedly interested in the midfielder last summer, but Goretzka chose to stay with the German champions. The 28-year-old has been a key part of Bayern's success since joining from Schalke in 2018, with 34 goals and 35 assists in 179 games.
Recently, it was reported that Bayern were looking to sell Goretzka in order to raise funds for signing Harry Kane. Despite this, Goretzka has insisted that he has "no intention to leave" the club. He told Sky Germany: "I love the club, I love the city, I love the fans."
The German international has also been linked with Liverpool, who are in the market for midfielders. Jurgen Klopp has already signed Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai, and it is believed he is looking to replace Fabinho and Jordan Henderson, who have agreed moves to the Saudi Pro League.
Bayern manager Erik ten Hag is a fan of Goretzka and will be delighted to hear that the midfielder has no intention of leaving. Thomas Tuchel, on the other hand, wants to partner Joshua Kimmich with new signing Konrad Laimer in his midfield, meaning Goretzka is likely to be surplus to requirements.
With Goretzka's future looking to remain at Bayern, Manchester United and Liverpool will have to look elsewhere for midfield reinforcements. Meanwhile, Chelsea are reportedly close to agreeing personal terms with Arsenal target Michael Olise, in an attempt to hijack the move.
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