Conclude contract talks with Joshua Kimmich
After a summer of constant speculation, Joshua Kimmich eventually stayed at Bayern Munich. The German midfielder was constantly linked with a move away from Bavaria with Paris Saint-Germain reportedly exploring the terms of a possible transfer. Bayern were open to sanctioning a sale, but he decided to stay in Munich.
Kimmich is considered an important player in the squad by Vincent Kompany. The German international has started both league games this season. He will largely play in the midfield but could feature in the right-back position for some games.
The 29-year-old midfielder didn’t feel the support from Bayern during a poor run of form last season. However, he is open to extending his stay in Munich. Kimmich feels settled in Bavaria and wants to commit the remainder of his peak to Bayern.
Eberl and Freund need to ensure contract negotiations are concluded sooner rather than later. The last thing Kompany and Bayern need is a contract saga involving one of their key players. Kimmich will sit down with Bayern chiefs in the coming weeks to negotiate a new deal. The club chiefs have to negotiate a financially viable deal that will not hurt the wage bill and satisfy the player.
Kimmich can negotiate with foreign clubs in January since he will be a free agent next summer. It will be better for all parties that a new contract is sealed before the start of the winter transfer window.