After Bayern exit: Will Goretzka become a target for Dortmund? | OneFootball

Borussia Dortmund is being discussed as a possible destination for Leon Goretzka. After his departure from FC Bayern, an expert sees the midfielder as a real reinforcement for BVB.

The decision has been made: After eight years at FC Bayern Munich, Leon Goretzka will leave the record champions at the end of the season. With the decision not to extend his expiring contract, the debate about his sporting future is picking up speed. In addition to interest from abroad, a domestic scenario has now emerged – Borussia Dortmund.

This scenario was brought up by Pit Gottschalk, who openly advocated for the midfielder’s transfer to BVB in the Schwarzgelben Runde. “I would like to see a player like Leon Goretzka at BVB,” said Gottschalk, pointing to Dortmund’s need for leadership and structure in the center. Recently, the team has been lacking a player in that area who takes responsibility and directs the game.

Goretzka brings exactly this profile: international experience, title wins, and the ability to handle pressure at the highest level. Gottschalk’s reasoning was correspondingly clear: “You have to look at a higher level if you want to significantly improve the squad.”

Goretzka’s Schalke Past as a Possible Obstacle for a BVB Transfer?

For Dortmund, such a player could bring stability and presence to the midfield – a logical sporting consideration. However, the idea is not without friction points. Goretzka’s past in the Ruhr area is repeatedly mentioned. “He played for VfL Bochum and Schalke. That past is, of course, there,” Gottschalk admitted, alluding to possible reservations among parts of the fanbase.

At the same time, he made it clear that these previous clubs should not be overemphasized: “But he’s a child of the Ruhr area, very down-to-earth, and a great character.” Whether a transfer within the Bundesliga will actually happen remains open – and is still considered rather unlikely.

Much points to Goretzka seeking a new challenge abroad after leaving Bayern. However, the Dortmund scenario shows: His profile – at least on paper – fits the current needs of BVB.

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