Arsenal are preparing to launch a sensational double raid on the Bundesliga by signing two of Germany’s most coveted free agents – Leon Goretzka and Julian Brandt – in a move that could completely transform Mikel Arteta’s squad this summer.
TEAMtalk understands the Gunners are ready to table formal offers for both players as soon as the transfer window opens, with sporting director Andrea Berta leading what is shaping up to be another blockbuster summer at the Emirates.
The North London club have already enjoyed an impressive first nine months under Berta, most notably securing the long-term futures of stars Bukayo Saka and William Saliba. Now the focus has switched to adding proven quality and depth – and they’ve set their sights on two of the most attractive free agents available anywhere in Europe.
Sources close to Arsenal have confirmed the club are “increasingly confident” about their strategy, with high-ranking figures at the Emirates revealing that formal bids for both Goretzka and Brandt are imminent.
Goretzka, the powerful Bayern Munich midfielder, confirmed months ago that he will leave the German giants when his contract expires. TEAMtalk first revealed back in February that Arsenal had already opened talks with his representatives.
Meanwhile, Borussia Dortmund playmaker Julian Brandt has also emerged as a prime target. His camp has been in contact with several top Premier League clubs – including Arsenal – and TEAMtalk confirmed earlier this week that the 29-year-old is actively assessing his next move after rejecting a new deal at Bayer Leverkusen.
Both players are seen as perfect fits for Arteta’s system. At 31 and 29 respectively, their experience at the highest level of European football is viewed as a major plus. Arsenal believe the pair can bring leadership, quality and know-how to the spine of the squad at a time when the club are pushing to become one of Europe’s elite.
And here’s the real bombshell: because both are available on free transfers, Arsenal won’t have to pay a penny in fees. That financial masterstroke will free up huge funds for a landmark signing on the left wing – a position the recruitment team have been targeting relentlessly.
A source close to the situation told TEAMtalk: “Goretzka and Brandt are proven quality on free transfers and fit the system and team. Let’s see how it plays out.”
Should the deals go through – and Arsenal insiders are growing increasingly optimistic – it would represent one of the shrewdest pieces of business in the Premier League this summer. Two German internationals walking into the Emirates for nothing? That really would be a German invasion!
Brandt, in particular, is said to be desperate to test himself in English football after turning down fresh terms in Germany. The creative midfielder has long been admired by Arteta, and his arrival would instantly boost Arsenal’s attacking options and midfield creativity.
Goretzka, meanwhile, would add steel, goals and versatility to the engine room – exactly the kind of profile Arsenal have been crying out for in big matches.
This isn’t just about two signings. This is about Arsenal reshaping the squad with smart, high-impact moves that allow them to go all-in on other targets while strengthening the core at zero cost.
The Premier League is about to feel the impact. The German invasion is coming – and Arsenal fans are already dreaming of what Goretzka and Brandt could do in red and white next season.
Watch this space. This summer is going to be explosive.