Report: Borussia Dortmund making a play for Leon Goretzka?

"Bayern Munich's midfield is packed with talent. Joshua Kimmich, Leon Goretzka, Tom Bischof, Aleksandar Pavlović, and Konrad Laimer are all options that can start in central midfield, which makes these positions highly competitive. Despite always playing a key role in Bayern's midfield rotation, Goretzka has seen more time on the bench since Pavlović's return, and understandably so-the youngster has been balling out and has arguably been the better option on the pitch."

"sporting director of Borussia Dortmund Lars Ricken was asked if Leon Goretzka is the next player Dortmund would sign from Bayern, to which he answered, "I wanted to bring him to BVB in the youth section at the time. I think shortly after that, the professional wing also made another attempt." He then emphasized that there exists no current need for Goretzka's position- "I just said how well we are positioned in midfield. Accordingly, I would currently say: coherent nonsense.""

"However, when the presenter then remarked that Ricken's statement did not exclude the possibility of signing the midfielder, Dortmund's sporting director did not disagree. Ricken's reaction thus does not close the door on the possibility of a transfer. It is not atypical of club management to avoid discussing potential transfer targets. In fact, that is exactly what competent club management does."

Bayern Munich's central midfield contains multiple high-quality options including Joshua Kimmich, Leon Goretzka, Tom Bischof, Aleksandar Pavlović, and Konrad Laimer, creating fierce competition for starting roles. Goretzka has recently spent more time on the bench following Pavlović's return, with the youngster often outperforming him during matches. Borussia Dortmund sporting director Lars Ricken confirmed past attempts to recruit Goretzka at youth and professional levels while stating Dortmund currently have no urgent midfield need. Ricken did not categorically rule out a future move. Goretzka's contract expires next summer, making a free transfer possible, subject to finances and player willingness.

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