The 31-year-old left Bayern Munich this summer after eight seasons, where he won seven Bundesliga titles. Goretzka is also experienced at international level with 73 caps for the German national team. He could be set for his first experience in the Premier League as Villa eye midfield reinforcements.
Villa were initially looking to sign Joao Palhinha, who spent last season on loan at Tottenham Hotspur. However, Palhinha has now reunited with his ex-Fulham boss Marco Silva in Portugal at Benfica. This change in plans has led Villa to consider alternative options, with Goretzka emerging as a shock suitor.
Goretzka would arrive at Villa Park with 327 Bundesliga appearances, as well as 73 outings in the Champions League. The 31-year-old is also available as a free agent after his Bayern exit, making him an attractive option for the club. This is a developing story, and we will continue to update this page with verified information as more details become available.