Joshua Kimmich of Bayern Munich is being pursued by both Real Madrid and Barcelona. Due to demands for a pay cut, the German midfielder’s contract negotiations have halted. Kimmich is a key target for elite European teams because his contract expires in 2025 and he may begin negotiating with other clubs in January.
Key Highlights
- Kimmich’s Bayern talks stalled over salary reductions.
- Free to discuss with other clubs from January 2025.
- Real Madrid joins Barcelona in the transfer race.
Contract Talks at Standstill
Joshua Kimmich’s contract negotiations with his present team have come to a standstill; therefore, Real Madrid has entered the race to recruit the German midfielder from Bayern Munich. Barcelona and some Premier League teams are currently competing for the talented player’s services alongside the Spanish powerhouses.
Bayern’s Cost-Cutting Plans
Sporting director Max Eberl is leading Bayern Munich’s current payroll expense reduction initiative. As part of this cost-cutting strategy, Kimmich, who makes almost €20 million a year, has been asked to take a lower wage. Negotiations, nevertheless, haven’t gone well so far.
Time Running Out
Bayern Munich’s situation is becoming worse. The German footballer’s contract is scheduled to end in 2025; thus, as early as January, he could begin negotiating a free transfer with rival teams. Bayern might lose him without paying a transfer fee, even though they view him as essential to their future.
Real Madrid’s Strategic Move
The timing of Real Madrid‘s interest is interesting. They consider Kimmich the perfect addition to their team since they are worried about Aurelien Tchouameni’s recent performance and because Luka Modric is probably going to leave at the end of this season.
Growing Competition
Barcelona, who have been interested in Kimmich for a long time, is still in the running to sign him. Some Premier League clubs in England are also keeping a close eye on the issue. Kimmich’s next move might be one of the most talked-about transfer rumors in football as the January transfer window comes near.
What’s Next
Kimmich is still concentrating on his job at Bayern Munich for the time being; his next game is against Augsburg on November 22. However, as contract negotiations continue, his future with the German club is still up in the air.
