BREAKING: Arsenal lead race to sign Leon Goretzka from Bayern Munich on free transfer

By David Schill / March 3, 2026

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Arsenal are reportedly leading the race to sign Leon Goretzka this summer.

The 31-year-old will become a free agent when his contract with Bayern Munich expires at the end of the season.

Multiple European clubs, including Arsenal, have been heavily linked with his signature in recent months.

Now, an update has emerged regarding the midfielder’s future.

According to Bayern insider Christian Falk, Arsenal are favourites to land Goretzka on a free transfer this summer.

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North London rivals Tottenham Hotspur and Inter Milan are also said to hold a strong interest in the Germany international.

Goretzka’s priority is a move to the Premier League, and he wants to join a Champions League club — giving Arsenal a significant chance of securing his services ahead of next season.

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