Biography
Who is Leon Goretzka?
Early life and real name
Leon Goretzka Christoph Goretzka was born in Bochum, Germany, on February 6, 1995. His full name is Leon Christoph Goretzka. He began his football path in his home country by joining Werner SV 06 Bochum in 1999 before moving to VfL Bochum in 2001.
During his time with VfL Bochum, Leon developed his skills significantly. He was awarded the 2012 under-17 Fritz Walter Medal in gold on July 30, 2012. Shortly after, he made his professional debut for Bochum in the 2. Bundesliga against Dynamo Dresden at the rewirpowerSTADION on August 4, 2012.
Career highlights
After his breakthrough at Bochum, Leon joined Schalke 04 in 2013 on a five-year contract. During the 2013-14 season, he helped Schalke finish in third place in the Bundesliga. He later reached a career high of 41 matches and eight goals during the 2016-17 season while playing in a more attacking role.
In July 2018, Leon officially transferred to Bayern Munich. He won his first Bundesliga title with Bayern in May 2019 and later played a vital role in the team's treble-winning campaign under coach Hansi Flick. He also secured the 2020 UEFA Super Cup and multiple consecutive league titles before joining English Premier League club Aston Villa in August 2026.
International career
Leon represented Germany across various youth levels, including the under-16, under-17, and under-21 national teams. In May 2012, he captained the Germany under-17 squad to the final of the UEFA European Under-17 Championship against the Netherlands.
He made his debut for the senior Germany national team in a friendly match against Poland. Since then, he has earned more than 70 caps for his country. He represented Germany at the FIFA World Cup in 2018, 2022, and 2026, as well as the UEFA European Championship in 2020. He also won the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup and earned a silver medal at the 2016 Summer Olympics.
Leon height and personal life
Leon stands at a height of 189 centimeters. Throughout his professional career, he has managed various physical challenges, including injuries and a diagnosis of an inflammatory bowel disease during the 2015-16 season. By adjusting his diet to exclude gluten, cow's milk, pork, and nuts, he managed to improve his health and recovery times.
His professional career has seen him play in top European competitions and high-profile matches. From his early days at VfL Bochum to his major achievements with Bayern Munich and his move to Aston Villa, he remains a prominent figure in German football.
Birthday and age
Leon Goretzka was born on February 6, 1995, which makes Leon 31 years old today. That birthday falls under the Aquarius sign. Leon shares the date with 35 other famous people.
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