5 Possible Destinations for Leon Goretzka

#5 FC Barcelona

André Gomes could very well be on his way out of the Nou Camp next summer

FC Barcelona's game has always been about a conglomerate of tactical perfectionists and expert midfielders and they are still seeking much the same. The Blaugrana have been formidable in the league this term, leading La Liga by four points at present, having won 11 of their opening 13 matches.

Under the stewardship of Ernesto Valverde, the Catalan club have become a more industrious side, often operating in a 4-4-2 set-up, with the wide-players contributing at both ends of the pitch. This system is evidently strong enough to break the majority of La Liga clubs down, but perhaps more star quality is needed in midfield for Barcelona to return to their former European glories.

Andre Gomes has disappointed at the Nou Camp since joining from Valencia in the summer of 2016, having made just a single league assist in his time with Barcelona so far. The Portuguese starlet was expected to be a long-term replacement for Andres Iniesta who is fast approaching the close of his incredible career.

With Gomes being so heavily linked with a move away from the Blaugrana, they may soon need to find themselves a well-rounded central midfielder with an eye for a pass and great footballing intelligence - Goretzka would fit the bill perfectly. The German international can play at a high intensity and has experience of top-level European and international football at a pretty young age, so do not be surprised if he is targeted by the La Liga leaders.