Leon Goretzka, Aston Villa and Unai Emery
Sunday
Aston Villa have reached an agreement with Leon Goretzka over a free transfer after his Bayern Munich contract expired. The 31-year-old midfielder has agreed financial terms and is expected to sign a two or three-year contract if he passes his medical.
Unai Emery reportedly played a decisive role by personally calling Goretzka and promising him an important role at Villa. The medical is the final obstacle, making this a material advance from earlier exploratory talks involving Juventus, Milan, Inter and Arsenal.