Leon Goretzka eyes Arsenal and Premier League after Milan and Juve setbacks

Leon Goretzka is searching for a new club as his exit from Bayern Munich draws near. Once expected to move to Italy, the German international has shifted his focus to the Premier League after talks with Serie A sides fell through. The proposed AC Milan transfer collapsed amid a technical and corporate revolution at the club following their failure to qualify for the Champions League.

Owner Gerry Cardinale’s overhaul, which saw Massimiliano Allegri among those removed, put the Goretzka move on ice and left the midfielder exploring other options with weeks remaining on his Bayern contract. Goretzka’s entourage has begun reconnecting with previous suitors, with Arsenal appearing as a leading option and the Premier League the most attractive landing spot.

Interest has also emerged from Turkey, while Juventus — though keen and identified by coach Luciano Spalletti as a potential personality addition — have stalled because the loss of Champions League revenue after a sixth-place finish makes matching the €6-7 million net salary difficult.

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