Bayern Munich sporting director Christopher Freund revealed that he is "positive" Joshua Kimmich will turn down transfer interest from a fleet of Europe's elite to sign a new contract with the Bavarians this year.

The Bundesliga club could have a busy few months ahead, with Leroy Sane set to leave the club for free at the end of 2024-25 unless he reaches an agreement on new terms, while others like Mathys Tel have been linked with a transfer to teams such as Chelsea.

Tz says there has already been initial casual talks between the Reds and the player. Kimmich 's deal with Bayern expires in June. Bayern want to extend Kimmich's contract and he recently stressed that he wants to make the decision carefully. "There are many good reasons for the extension," he said.

Joshua Kimmich is in the final six months of his contract at Bayern Munich and reports this week have suggested that the midfielder is in contact with Real Madrid over a possible transfer.The

This time, in the wake of a 2-1 Bayern win on the road at SC Freiburg, Kimmich simply shut down the topic. And one can understand why. “I made a relatively clear statement two w