Goretzka Moves Away from Milan and Juventus Postpones Decision on the Deal

The chances of Leon Goretzka moving to Milan during the current summer transfer window have diminished after negotiations lost momentum following developments at the Italian club at the end of the 2025/2026 season.

The 'Football Italia' website indicated that Milan was close to reaching an agreement with the Bayern Munich player, but significant changes in the club's management after failing to qualify for the Champions League halted progress on the deal, making it unlikely to be finalized at present.

Milan experienced a difficult end to the season after failing to secure a Champions League spot despite being in second place for long periods, followed by the departure of coach Massimiliano Allegri, sporting director Igli Tare, technical director Geoffrey Moncada, and CEO Giorgio Furlani, creating ambiguity regarding the club's future directions and plans in the transfer market.

The 'Football Italia' website, quoting the 'La Gazzetta dello Sport' newspaper, added that Goretzka is now available to several European clubs, as his representatives have started discussions with major teams, including Arsenal, Chelsea, and Juventus.

Juventus had earlier inquired about the possibility of signing the German midfielder and did not object to his expected salary ranging between 6 and 7 million euros annually, but the club remains cautious with the file after also failing to qualify for the Champions League.

Juventus prefers to wait before committing to large financial obligations, given the absence of revenues associated with participation in the premier continental competition, which leaves Goretzka's future open to several possibilities in the coming period.