Leon Goretzka to make decision on Schalke future in January amid rising Manchester United links
The 22-year-old is out of contract next summer meaning interested clubs will be permitted to approach the player from 1 January
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Midfielder Leon Goretzka has confirmed he will make a decision on his Schalke future in January amid increasing speculation linking him with a move to Manchester United.
The 22-year-old is out of contract next summer meaning interested clubs will be permitted to approach the player from 1 January.
United have been linked to the German, who has made 12 international appearances for his country, though Schalke are ready to make him the highest paid player in the club’s history in a bid to dissuade him from leaving.
He said: "I have to find out for myself what the next step should be.
"I have to consider a million things. I am a person who is very meticulous in such decisions. I play through all the scenarios. So I need time.
"There doesn't exist a deadline, but I think we are in the final phase.
"'The final decision will be made in January."
Juventus, Barcelona and Bayern Munich have similarly been linked to the youngster who has emerged as one of Europe’s brightest talents.
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