The report says Goretzka became mainly a reserve under Vincent Kompany, including in domestic matches and European knockout ties. That reduced involvement changes the market question around him.
His experience remains valuable, but potential suitors will want clarity over his current level, preferred position and physical reliability. Goretzka’s best football came when he could combine ball-carrying, pressing and late runs into the penalty area. A club offering him a regular midfield role could provide the platform needed to rebuild his momentum.
The report describes a limited World Cup involvement for Goretzka. It says he played only 22 minutes across Germany’s opening two matches, remained unused against Ecuador and made his sole start against Paraguay before the team exited on penalties.
Those details frame a wider concern: Goretzka’s standing has fallen at both club and international level. He is no longer viewed simply through the lens of his peak years. His next move must restore consistent minutes, not just deliver a prestigious badge.
Goretzka’s physical transformation during the 2020 pandemic shutdown became one of football’s most discussed visual storylines. The report recalls his noticeably stronger frame when the Bundesliga returned, while a torn shirt during a Bayern celebration later added to the attention.
That development reflected his evolution from a slender attacking midfielder into a more powerful box-to-box player. The challenge now is to ensure his football reputation is not reduced to that physical change or to memories of Bayern’s dominant 2020 side.
The next transfer window will determine whether Goretzka chooses a major club seeking experience or a project where guaranteed starts can restore his influence. His first priority should be a clear role, regular football and a chance to make the next chapter his own.