Leon Goretzka‘s contract at Schalke runs out in the summer and that has put several clubs on high alert.
Among the 22-year-old’s suitors include Manchester United, Barcelona and Arsenal who are said to be leading the chase for his signature.
The German international has revealed he will inform the clubs of his decision at the end of January.
Bayern Munich and Juventus are also reportedly interested in the midfielder.
“I have to find out for myself what the next step should be,” he told reporters following Schalke’s 2-2 draw with Cologne.
“I have to consider a million things. I am a person who is very meticulous in such decisions. I play through all the scenarios. So I need time.
“There doesn’t exist a deadline, but I think we are in the final phase.
“The final decision will be made in January.”
Goretzka who joined Schalke in 2013 from Bochum could be available at a cut-price fee in January or on a free should he decide to hold off until the summer.
He starred as Germany won the Confederations Cup in Russia earlier this year while his six goals from 14 appearances for Schalke this season has seen him become one of the most sought after young talents in Europe.
Goretzka will field offers from potential new clubs before taking a final decision.
