Overview
- Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo, echoed by German media, reports the Bayern midfielder reached out to Barcelona coach Hansi Flick to indicate he would be open to joining.
- No club confirmations or formal offers have been reported, with one account specifying the outreach was via SMS.
- Goretzka’s deal expires in summer 2026, and Bayern leaders had previously indicated they were not planning with him long term, making a free exit the most likely scenario.
- This season he has 23 competitive appearances for Bayern but only five in the Champions League as a substitute, underscoring a diminished role under Vincent Kompany.
- Barcelona’s midfield depth and financial constraints could complicate any move, while Atlético Madrid, Tottenham Hotspur and Napoli have also been linked.