Bayern Munich's Leon Goretzka set to depart after eight years
Leon Goretzka is expected to leave Bayern Munich at the end of the season, bringing his eight-year tenure at the club to a close. The German international's departure was referenced in a wider report detailing Bayern's record-breaking Bundesliga campaign, which stated both Goretzka and fellow midfielder Raphaël Guerreiro will exit the Bavarian club this summer. No specific destination or transfer fee was mentioned in the source material.
Goretzka's potential exit comes as he cemented his place in the club's history by scoring the goal that broke Bayern's long-standing single-season Bundesliga goals record. In a 5-1 victory over St. Pauli, his strike took the team's tally to 102 goals, surpassing the previous record of 101 set in the 1971-72 season. The midfielder later stated he was unaware of the specific record but expressed pride in contributing to what he called an "incredible season."
The 29-year-old arrived at Bayern on a free transfer from Schalke 04 in 2018 and has since made over 200 appearances for the club, winning five consecutive Bundesliga titles and the Champions League in 2020. Primarily a box-to-box midfielder, Goretzka has been a key component of Bayern's domestic dominance, though his role has occasionally been subject to rotation in recent seasons.
His anticipated departure aligns with a period of transition at the Allianz Arena under manager Vincent Kompany. According to the source report, Kompany is instigating a new cycle focused on consolidating the existing squad and promoting youth talent, rather than pursuing high-profile signings. This shift in philosophy follows a season where Bayer Leverkusen ended Bayern's streak of Bundesliga titles.
For Goretzka, a move would offer a new challenge at a pivotal stage in his career, with his contract reportedly set to expire in 2026. His experience and physical presence in midfield are likely to attract interest from other top European clubs. For Bayern, his exit, alongside that of Guerreiro, signals a deliberate refresh of the midfield department as the club builds for the future under Kompany's leadership.
