Real Madrid and Barcelona have encountered a significant obstacle in their attempts to sign Joshua Kimmich, as the Bayern Munich midfielder is expected to agree to a new contract with the club.
With his current deal set to expire in the summer of 2025, there was considerable speculation about Kimmich’s future, and both Spanish clubs anticipated he might leave for free.
However, recent reports from Fichajes suggest that Kimmich’s situation has dramatically changed following Vincent Kompany’s appointment as Bayern’s head coach. Kompany reportedly views Kimmich as essential to his plans, prompting the midfielder to consider a long-term deal with the Bundesliga champions.
Kimmich’s importance is clear; he has played in every match this season and provided two assists without missing any time on the pitch.
Bayern’s CEO, Herbert Hainer, has expressed a desire for Kimmich to finish his career at the club, underlining the board’s commitment to keeping him in Munich.
Hainer also praised Kimmich’s leadership qualities and congratulated him on becoming the captain of the German national team, further underscoring his importance to both his club and the national side.
While Kimmich seems inclined to accept a new contract with Bayern, interest from Premier League teams like Manchester United, Manchester City, Arsenal, and Liverpool remains high.
Initially, it appeared Kimmich was seeking a new challenge, but Bayern is reportedly prepared to offer him a salary increase to ensure he stays at the Allianz Arena.
Currently sitting atop the Bundesliga table, tied on points with RB Leipzig, Kompany’s team aims to reclaim the title this season, with Kimmich playing a vital role in their aspirations.
