Barcelona starts talks with Bayern for Flick's favorite pivot midfielder
- Joshua Kimmich has one year left on his Bayern contract, after which he might be available for free.
- FC Barcelona has started talks with Bayern for Flick's favorite pivot midfielder Kimmich.
Amidst Barca completing the signing of their dream transfer target, Dani Olmo, reports have surfaced regarding a future linkup between Hansi Flick and his favorite pivot midfielder. Joshua Kimmich, one of the top transfer targets for FC Barcelona to reinforce their midfield, is again being rumored up with the Blaugrana club.
A few months ago, the arrival of Hansi Flick, as the new FC Barcelona, had brought Joshua Kimmich on the verge of signing with Barca. Being Flick's favorite candidate for the pivot role, he was considered Barcelona's number one priority ahead of the transfer window. However, Barca's stressed financial conditions moved the German gradually away from the Blaugrana club, and he ended up at Bayern.
Barcelona starts talks with Bayern for Joshua Kimmich
However, considering that Joshua Kimmich has only one year left in his Bayern contract, the possibility of Kimmich's Barcelona move is resurfacing again. According to recent reports, the first positive talks between Bayern and Kimmich on a new contract beyond 2025 have started. Moreover, Bayern being afraid of losing such a player for free next year would push them to find a suitable buyer for the German's transfer.
Considering the situation of Bayern Munich in Kimmich's future, they might end up selling him this summer. Kimmich is one of the favorites of Barcelona's board, and the club might look to acquire the pivot midfielder beyond 2025. As of now, Kimmich looks set to continue with Bayern for the 2024/25 campaign, but his rumors to Barca can't be overlooked.
Analyzing from Barcelona's perspective, the need for Joshua Kimmich has reduced significantly as compared to the scenario in which Flick has arrived. Currently, Barcelona possesses two sensational young defensive midfielders, Marc Bernal and Marc Casado, who are set to feature in Flick's double-pivot system.
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Thus, even though Barca doesn't need more options for the pivotal role, the possibility of Kimmich's move to the club can't be neglected. However, it is certain that if Barcelona pursues Joshua Kimmich, it is certain that they will look forward to signing the German international on a free transfer.
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