L. Goretzka extended the contract with "Bayern" until 2026 © FC Bayern

Munich's "Bayern" midfielder Leon Goretzka has recently been linked with a departure from the German flagship, but these rumors must now be silenced. L. Goretzka has put pen to paper on a new contract with "Bayern" club until 2026. The German commented after signing: "This is a special team. Playing with your friends at this level - you won't find it anywhere else in Europe. I look forward to the coming years with excitement." Leon has been a very important part of the "Bayern" team lately. Over the past three seasons in the Champions League and the Bundesliga, the midfielder scored 20 goals and made 17 assists.

🗣️ @leongoretzka: "Julian was obviously an essential factor in my decision, because he's a hugely important person for us in our daily work." #LG2026 #MiaSanMia pic.twitter.com/QykiDlOv1o - FC Bayern English (@FCBayernEN) September 16, 2021