🚨🇩🇪 As expected: if nothing out of the ordinary happens, Leon #Goretzka is set to start at the World Cup as Germany’s No.6. … Alongside him, it will be either Pavlovic/Nmecha. Kimmich is planned as a right-back for the WC.
„As things stand, Leon Goretzka will have a good chance of playing at the World Cup despite reduced game time at Bayern, and of taking on a similar role to the one he had in the World Cup qualifiers. He’s someone who makes runs into the box, is strong in the air and brings real physical presence“, Nagelsmann told @kicker.
„Just think of the game against Northern Ireland: if he hadn’t played, we definitely wouldn’t have won, because he cleared around 60 balls with his head. There will also be moments at the World Cup when we press and the opponent then plays long balls.“
🚨🔄 Leon #Goretzka wants to sign with his new club, if possible, before the World Cup.
He is seeking clarity for planning purposes and to be able to fully focus on the World Cup, which is his major goal.
Atlético are keen to sign him on a free transfer in the summer. From Italy, AC Milan are among the concrete options, while Napoli are monitoring the situation. The Premier League is also of interest to him.