Goretzka linked with Dortmund: BVB chief’s comment raises eyebrows | OneFootball

Could Leon Goretzka move from FC Bayern to Borussia Dortmund? The BVB boss’s statement has done anything but put an end to the speculation.

A possible transfer of Leon Goretzka to Borussia Dortmund is once again sparking discussions—and now BVB boss Lars Ricken has commented on it himself in a BILD interview. When asked, “Leon Goretzka is the next player Dortmund will get from Bayern. True or nonsense?” Ricken responded with a remarkable answer.

“I actually wanted to bring him to BVB back when he was a youth player. I think shortly after that, the professional team also made another attempt,” the 48-year-old explained at first—and then added with a grin: “I just said how well we’re set up in midfield. So for now, I’d say: fitting nonsense!”

That doesn’t sound like a clear rejection. When the moderator then remarked that Ricken’s statement sounded as if a Goretzka transfer was “not ruled out,” the BVB boss did not contradict him.

Goretzka’s contract at FC Bayern is expiring

With his phrase “fitting nonsense,” Ricken charmingly brushed aside the rumors—but at the same time left room for interpretation. The sporting director currently sees no need in Dortmund’s midfield: with Emre Can, Marcel Sabitzer, Felix Nmecha, Salih Özcan, and youngster Kjell Wätjen, BVB is well equipped.

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Nevertheless, the Goretzka situation could become interesting again in the future. After all, Dortmund has repeatedly signed players from FC Bayern in the past—from Mats Hummels to the “prodigal son” Mario Götze, Sebastian Rode, Niklas Süle, and Marcel Sabitzer.

At FC Bayern, Goretzka’s future remains uncertain. The 30-year-old’s contract runs until summer 2026, but an extension under his current terms—up to 17 million euros per year—is considered out of the question. Recently, there have also been reports of Fenerbahce Istanbul’s interest in Goretzka. Should the national player prefer to stay in Germany, a move to Dortmund could very well become a hot topic.

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