Bayern Munich is now waiting Joshua Kimmich to sign a new deal with the Bundesliga club amid speculation over his future throughout the summer transfer window.
The German star’s contract at the Allianz Arena expires at the end of the season and several of Europe’s biggest clubs are said to be monitoring his situation in Bavaria.
Reports Over the summer, Kimmich was linked with a move to Man City, Real Madrid and Barcelona as it was rumored the midfielder could be acquired for as little as £30million – a bargain for the quality and experience that the Bayern star would bring.
Interest from these clubs in the 29 would further increase if he becomes a free agent at the end of the 2024/25 campaign, but reports from Germany have indicated that a new contract could be in the works.
According to PICTUREKimmich is expected to sign a new contract at Bayern Munich at some point this season, with the Bundesliga giants promising him the captaincy role in the future.
Manuel Neuer currently wears the armband and with his contract also expiring in 2025, next season could see the responsibility transferred to Kimmich.
Joshua Kimmich ready to become new Bayern Munich captain
Kimmich has been at Bayern Munich since 2015 and after making 399 appearances for the Bavarian side, the 29-year-old would be the ideal candidate for the captaincy as he knows the German club inside out.
The midfielder currently wears the armband of the German national team and this also works in his favor.
It’s unclear how much being captain of Bayern Munich means to Kimmich and whether this is an important factor in him staying in Munich for exciting challenges such as Man City, Barcelona or Real Madrid, but only time tells us. will say if he puts pen to paper. a long-term contract.
