Following Bayern Munich’s decision to withdraw their contract extension offer, Arsenal Football Club is said to be seeking midfielder Joshua Kimmich from Munich. 30 years old, Kimmich has been a key player at Bayern, having won several championships including eight Bundesliga titles and the 2019-20 Champions League trophy in 10 seasons with 435 appearances.
Despite being among Bayern’s top earners, the contract standoff arises from Kimmich’s demand for a higher signing bonus. The club wants a solution before their next Leverkusen game.
With potential player exits like Jorginho and Thomas Partey, Arsenal has started negotiating with Kimmich’s agents to strengthen their midfield in particular. Kimmich’s adaptability matches Arsenal’s tactical goals, as he is outstanding both as a central midfielder and right-back.
Emphasizing the ongoing talks, Bayern Munich’s president Herbert Hainer hoped Kimmich would stay at the team for the rest of his life. Still, the present deadlock has allowed teams like Arsenal to show their interest.
The circumstances are still unknown. Kimmich’s assurance will come soon. With his expertise and set of skills, his possible transfer to Arsenal would greatly boost the midfield depth of the team.
