The clubs are queuing up: this is how much Goretzka is demanding from Atletico and Co. | OneFootball

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·23 March 2026

The clubs are queuing up: this is how much Goretzka is demanding from Atletico and Co.

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Leon Goretzka’s departure from FC Bayern has been decided and now the transfer poker for the international is really picking up speed. Atlético Madrid in particular seem to be serious

While the two sides will part ways amicably in the summer, concrete talks about the 31-year-old’s future are already underway in the background, with clear financial terms now becoming known for the first time


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According to the Spanish portal Fichajes, Goretzka has clearly communicated his expectations to Atlético Madrid, with the midfielder demanding a net salary of seven million euros per year

In addition, a signing bonus of ten million euros is said to be part of a possible deal. The DFB star also has clear ideas about the duration of the contract: he is looking for a contract until at least 2029

Goretzka is thus sending a clear signal to potential suitors – and at the same time showing the financial framework within which a transfer would take place

Atlético pushes the pace

Article image:The clubs are queuing up: this is how much Goretzka is demanding from Atletico and Co.

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A potential transfer is apparently being examined intensively in Madrid. According to the report, coach Diego Simeone is a strong advocate of a signing. Goretzka’s physical presence, experience and dynamism in midfield in particular fit the Argentine’s requirements profile perfectly

The Spaniards had already made a concrete approach in the winter, but the deal fell through due to the player himself, who made a conscious decision to stay at FC Bayern until the end of the season

The situation has since changed, with Bayern confirming in February that Goretzka’s contract will not be extended. Internally, it is emphasized that the decision was made jointly and on good terms

This clears the way for a move in the summer – and Atlético are likely to make another attempt, this time with better chances

Competition from all over Europe

But the Spaniards are far from alone in the race. There is also concrete interest from Italy. AC Milan are said to have prepared an offer with an annual salary of around five million euros plus bonus payments, while Juventus Turin are keeping a close eye on the situation

There is particularly strong demand from the Premier League, with clubs such as Arsenal, Manchester United, Tottenham and West Ham interested in signing the midfielder. Inter Milan are also said to have intensified their contact

This marks the start of a decisive phase for Goretzka. After eight years at FC Bayern, the next big step in his career is imminent – and the options are numerous.

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