"While it has been known that Bayern Munich were not looking for much action in the winter transfer window, that could well change should Leon Goretzka move to Atlético Madrid. The Spanish giants are apparently very interested in signing Goretzka, as per Bild and Mundo Deportivo, both captured by @ iMiaSanMia. Following the departure of Conor Gallagher to Tottenham Hotspur, the Rojiblancos need reinforcements in midfield, and they have apparently set their eyes on the German international."
"That said, negotiations may not be too easy. MD are saying that Bayern want 20 million euros for Goretzka, a fee Atlético is reluctant to pay right now, given that Goretzka will be a free agent in summer. However, that could also change, as Matteo Moretto from Marca (also captured by @ iMiaSanMia) has just reported that new contacts between the clubs have taken place."
"It remains to be seen whether Kompany will allow a transfer this late in the window, especially with so much talk about squad depth harming Bayern lately. Should he do so, though, Goretzka's saved salary and the resulting transfer fee could allow Bayern to do some late business in January, according to Bild. Where that will lead is anyone's guess."
Atlético Madrid are interested in signing Leon Goretzka and may pursue the transfer before the January window closes. Conor Gallagher's departure to Tottenham created a midfield need for Atlético. Atlético sporting director Mateu Alemany traveled to Munich as part of transfer interest. Bayern Munich are open to selling Goretzka if Vincent Kompany approves. Bayern reportedly want 20 million euros while Atlético are reluctant given Goretzka's free-agent status in summer; renewed contacts between clubs have occurred. A sale would free Goretzka's salary and provide funds for Bayern to pursue late-window reinforcements. Timing and squad depth concerns complicate decision-making.
Read at Bavarian Football Works
Unable to calculate read time
Collection
[
|
...
]