Germany international Leon Goretzka, 31, has attracted interest from both Atletico Madrid and Tottenham in recent months. The free agent, a central midfielder formerly of Bayern Munich, has now opened talks with Aston Villa, who consider him a high-quality and experienced alternative to Joao Palhinha. Goretzka has 73 caps and 15 goals for Germany. According to Transfermarkt, his market value is €12.00m.