5 of the best free transfers of the January window 

#1 Leon Goretzka (Bayern Munich)

The young German international has moved with high hopes to the preeminent club in Germany

Bayern Munich announced five days ago that a pre-contract agreement had been reached with Leon Goretzka, enabling him to transfer to Bayern Munich on a free transfer, on 1 July 2018 from Schalke for a four-year contract.

Despite the player not being able to play for the club immediately, the German giants have captured and completed the signing of a promising and talented midfielder German midfielder. The German began his career in 2012, with VfL Bochum before signing with Schalke a year later.

A lean, tall, strong, powerful attacking player, Goretzka possess all the tools to be one of the best midfielders in world football. With great technique and tactical insight, the young 22-year-old is also deceptively quick and good with both his feet.

Goretzka displayed some superb performances for his country during last year's Confederations Cup and has been a target for many clubs across Europe since.

His signing is a major coup for Bayern as they continue to solidify their dominance in German and European football for years to come.