Overview
- Mundo Deportivo, echoed by SPORT1 and Merkur, reports that Goretzka contacted his former coach to indicate willingness to join Barcelona.
- Bayern leadership publicly signaled in 2024 that he was not in their long-term plans, making a renewal unlikely.
- Under Vincent Kompany he has featured in 23 matches this season but logged only substitute appearances across five Champions League games.
- Barcelona’s midfield options include Frenkie de Jong, Pedri, Gavi, Dani Olmo and Marc Casadó, which could complicate a signing.
- No formal offers or agreements have been reported, with additional interest linked to Atlético Madrid, Tottenham Hotspur and Napoli.