Leon Goretzka is nearing a personal agreement with AC Milan as he becomes a free agent from Bayern Munich on July 1. The veteran midfielder is expected to enhance Milan's squad with his experience.
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Report Goretzka very close to full Milan agreement as free agent
There are growing reports that Milan are very close to finalising personal terms with Leon Goretzka, who will be a free agent from Bayern Munich.
The veteran midfielder has long been in their sights as a potential reinforcement who can bring valuable experience to a side that already has Luka Modric and Adrien Rabiot.
He turned 31 in February and is available as a free agent from July 1, when his current contract with Bayern Munich will expire.
According to ESPN Deportes and ActuFoot, Milan are now confident they are extremely close to securing an agreement with Goretzka.
MUNICH, GERMANY – MARCH 18: Leon Goretzka of FC Bayern Munich in action during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Round of 16 Second Leg match between FC Bayern München and at Football Arena Munich on March 18, 2026 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)
Leon Goretzka is close to finalizing personal terms with AC Milan as he becomes a free agent from Bayern Munich.
Leon Goretzka will officially become a free agent on July 1, when his contract with Bayern Munich expires.
Goretzka's experience is expected to enhance AC Milan's squad, complementing players like Luka Modric and Adrien Rabiot.
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There was plenty of competition for his signature, including within Serie A from Napoli and Juventus, plus Arsenal, Olympique Marseille and Bayer Leverkusen.
The Rossoneri can lock him down if they manage to secure a Champions League qualifying spot, and currently sit third in the Serie A table.
The Germany international made 45 competitive appearances for Bayern Munich so far this season, scoring five goals and providing four assists.
Goretzka also has 69 senior caps for his country, where he scored 15 goals.