AC Milan have concrete interest in signing Leon Goretzka, and some more details about their pursuit have emerged.
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For weeks now Milan have been linked with a move for Goretzka, whose contract with Bayern Munich expires at the end of the season and it has already been confirmed that he will depart the Bundesliga giants on a free transfer.
However, it is unsurprising that there seems to be strong competition to land a player of the German’s calibre given his quality and what he has won in his career. Being able to offer Champions League football would be a good start, but the Rossoneri have to do more to beat the competition.
Falk: Milan’s Goretzka interest confired
BILD’s Bayern Munich journalist Christian Falk spoke exclusively to MilanNews.it about the future of the former Schalke midfielder and whether Milan can be considered serious contenders to land him.
How much truth is there behind AC Milan’s interest in Goretzka? Have there already been any contacts?
“AC Milan’s interest in Goretzka is concrete: the club have already contacted the player’s agents. Allegri is a big fan of his style of play, but above all, he would like him to join the Rossoneri because he has so much experience.”
What could be the main obstacles to this deal?
“There are two main obstacles to this deal. The first: he earns a lot at Bayern Munich, around €17-18m gross. Obviously, if he were to sign for Milan, his salary would be lower.
“The other issue concerns competition from the Premier League, given that Arsenal inquired last January to see if Leon could move to England immediately.
“Atlético Madrid and Tottenham are also interested… but I can tell you that he would like to play in Serie A. So there’s a good chance.”
How would Goretzka fit into Max Allegri’s team?
“He can play in all three positions in Allegri’s midfield. He can also play in defence, but he’s excellent at making runs and has a nose for goal, which is why Nagelsmann called him up, even though he’s now a substitute at Bayern.
“But these are qualities that are lacking in the national team, and I think he could be a great addition for Milan.”
Are there any teams with the upper hand at the moment, or is everything still evolving?
“As I already told you, Arsenal were interested in him, but I’m not so sure they’ll make a move again in the summer. Atletico could be Milan’s real rival, especially since I think the Colchoneros are the number one option for Goretzka right now.”