Bayern Munich Set Ultimatum for Barcelona, PSG Target Ahead of Free Agency | OneFootball

Paris Saint-Germain have been keeping a close eye on Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich in recent months, with reports from Germany indicating a potential transfer nearly took place last summer. As the January transfer window nears, new updates on the situation have surfaced.

PSG aren’t alone in their interest. Barcelona are also reportedly targeting Kimmich, along with Bayer Leverkusen’s Jonathan Tah, as they look to strengthen their midfield and defense for the 2025 season.

Kimmich’s future at Bayern has become more uncertain since Vincent Kompany took over as head coach. Once expected to leave when his contract expires next summer, the versatile German—who can play both in midfield and at right-back—now finds himself in a precarious position.

According to TBR Football, Bayern Munich are doing everything they can to avoid losing Kimmich on a free transfer next year.

Bayern Munich reveal stance on Joshua Kimmich

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Sky Sport Germany’s Florian Plettenberg reports that Bayern Munich are expecting a clear indication from Kimmich about his future by the start of January. This has been the club’s position heading into the winter break, and the 29-year-old is aware of it.

With his contract expiring at the end of the season, Bayern Munich are eager to extend it, but Kimmich has not yet made a final decision. Bayern Munich’s sporting director, Max Eberl, is looking for clarity on the situation to plan accordingly.

Kimmich recently spoke about his future, noting that he won’t wait until the summer to decide on where he’ll continue his career past this season.

“I will not wait until summer,” Kimmich told ZDF SportStudio. “I will sit down in winter and then try to see the bigger picture. And make the right decision.”