German · Bochum, Germany · Born 6 February 1995Powerful German box-to-box midfielder whose physical transformation and all-round ability have been central to Bayern Munich's dominance.
Leon Goretzka was born in Bochum, Germany on 6 February 1995. He developed at Schalke 04 before joining Bayern Munich on a free transfer in 2018. His combination of physicality, stamina, technical quality and goalscoring ability make him one of the most complete midfielders in German football. He won multiple Bundesliga titles, the Champions League in 2020 and the Club World Cup. He scored a crucial last-minute equaliser against Hungary at Euro 2020 that saved Germany from group-stage elimination. He has earned over 55 caps for Germany.
Scoring crucial goals in Germany's 2018 World Cup campaign
His dramatic physical transformation over lockdown in 2020 — gaining significant muscle mass — stunned football fans worldwide.
Did You Know?How They Played
Box-to-box midfielder with strong physical presence, aerial ability, and late runs into the box
Lasting Impact
Goretzka has established himself as one of Germany's most important midfielders of his generation and a key figure in Bayern Munich's domestic and European success.
Career Honours
- Champions League 2020
- Bundesliga 6x
- Club World Cup 2020
- DFB-Pokal 3x
- Bundesliga 2018
- Bundesliga 2019
- Bundesliga 2020
- Bundesliga 2021
- Bundesliga 2022
- Bundesliga 2023
| Club | Period | Apps | Goals | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schalke 04 | 2013–2018 | 142 | 24 | #8 |
| Bayern Munich | 2018–2024 | 170 | 26 | #22 |
| VfL Bochum | 2012–2013 | 7 | 0 | — |
 Germany | — | 57 | 14 | — |
German Athletes