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    Soccer News: Nagelsmann eager to keep Goretzka at Bayern between Man Utd links

    Bayern Munich boss Julian Nagelsmann is keen to keep Leon Goretzka despite ties to Manchester United, declaring him “one of the most dangerous midfielders in Europe”.

    Goretzka has just under a year on his contract with the Bundesliga champions, fueling speculation about his future.

    United is said to have fielded Goretzka as another potential new recruit, having already agreed on a deal to sign Borussia Dortmund’s English winger Jadon Sancho.

    Goretzka scored five goals and provided the same number of assists in 24 Bundesliga games last season, while also found the bottom of the net twice and scored two Champions League goals in the 2020-21 campaign.

    Speaking at his first Bayern press conference on Wednesday, Nagelsmann said: “Leon is a very important player. I would also be very happy to work with him for many years.

    “He is one of the most dangerous midfielders in Europe. So obviously we want to keep it ”.

    Nagelsmann also lent his support to winger Leroy Sane, who failed to reach the heights expected of him in his first season with the club following a money transfer from Manchester City.

    “We would do well to leave Leroy a little alone in the media,” said the former RB Leipzig manager. “He has exceptional qualities, he has a lot of speed, he is one of the best players in one-on-one.

    “We need it. I’m sure we’ll see an improved Leroy. But obviously the player has to take that step alone. “

    Nagelsmann has received a five-year contract to replace Hansi Flick and the 33-year-old, who has had a 56.84 win rate in 95 games with RB Leipzig, knows he will be under pressure to deliver.

    “It’s a show of praise ahead of my work, which I want to justify,” he said of his long-term deal.

    “It gives someone a very good feeling to get this level of confidence. It also shows, however, that you need to deliver. I know and I want to do just that. “

    Bayern’s new chief executive Oliver Kahn believes Nagelsmann will show why the club has placed so much faith in him.

    “Continuity in the position of manager is very important for success. We think we can shape an era with Julian, “said the former Germany goalkeeper.

    “He identifies with the club. This is why we are convinced of the decision “.

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