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Leon Goretzka offers himself to Barcelona after leaving Bayern Munich

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Last updated Jul 30, 2026

Leon Goretzka offers himself to Barcelona after leaving Bayern Munich

Summary

Leon Goretzka has reportedly offered his services to Barcelona after becoming a free agent following his contract expiration at Bayern Munich. His representatives have contacted Barcelona’s sporting department amid concerns over Frenkie de Jong’s long-term knee injury. While Goretzka previously played under Barcelona's manager Hansi Flick at Bayern, the club is not currently pursuing any midfield reinforcements, believing their squad depth can handle De Jong's absence. Barcelona aims to assist academy graduate Marc Casado in finding a new team rather than making a move for Goretzka.

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•Goretzka is a free agent after leaving Bayern Munich
•Barcelona has no plans to sign Goretzka
•Frenkie de Jong is sidelined for four months
•Barcelona believes they have sufficient midfield depth
•Marc Casado may seek regular first-team football elsewhere

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According to journalist Matteo Moretto (h/t SPORT), Leon Goretzka has offered himself to Barcelona after becoming a free agent following the expiry of his contract with Bayern Munich.The German midfie...
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