Aston Villa have initiated talks with Leon Goretzka. According to Sky Sports News journalist Lyle Thomas, the Birmingham side is considering the 31-year-old German midfielder as a potential reinforcement for their central midfield.
Under Unai Emery, Villa is keen to secure a new defensive midfielder before the summer transfer window slams shut.
Initially, the club had eyes on Joao Palhinha, but the Portuguese has chosen to continue his career at Benfica. Following this development, Villa has turned their attention to the possibility of bringing in Goretzka.
The German is available on a free transfer after his contract with Bayern Munich expired on June 30, making him a free agent.
As it stands, Sky Sports reports that discussions between Aston Villa and Goretzka are underway, with no confirmed agreement or contract terms revealed yet.
