- Joshua Kimmich has finally signed a new deal with Bayern Munich until 2029
- It was understood that Liverpool and Arsenal were interested in signing the star
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Arsenal and Liverpool target Joshua Kimmich has finally signed a new deal with Bayern Munich, just four months before his previous contract was set to expire.
The German international has ended a lengthy saga of speculation about his desire to join a new club, after several Premier League clubs, as well as Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, expressed interest.
Previously, it was understood that the Bundesliga giants’ contract offer was withdrawn after Kimmich hesitated to provide a response.
Several German outlets followed with reports that the 30-year-old captain was demanded a higher salary than the one written on the new deal, adding fuel to the club and player’s disagreement.
After headlines came out that Bayern would not increase their offer and had set a deadline for Kimmich’s return to the table, the German star has finally prolonged his deal.
On Thursday, the Bundesliga side announced that Kimmich extended his contract until the summer of 2029.
Joshua Kimmich has finally signed a new contract with Bayern Munch which will keep him with the Bundesliga giants until 2029
Previous negotiations with Bayern failed after the player reportedly hesitated to respond until the deadline set by the club
The club ended ended a lengthy saga of speculation about Liverpool and Arsenal’s interest with a short video showcasing Kimmich planting a tree – symbolising the deep-rooted relationship between them now
This season marks the 10th year since the 30-year-old moved to Munich from RB Leipzig, during which he has played over 400 games and won 20 trophies.
Bayern president Herbert Hainer said: ‘Compliments to our sporting management and our board. FC Bayern needs players who not only bear the shirt but also responsibility – on and off the pitch. And Joshua Kimmich is one of those players.’
Earlier, it was believed that the player was interested in moving to Barcelona or Liverpool, while he had no enthusiasm for Arsenal.
Furthermore, German newspapers claimed that PSG made a concrete offer.
In the video announcing the big news, Bayern showcased Kimmich planting a tree – symbolising the deep-rooted relationship between them now – while he delivers a motivational speech.
‘What does it take to be successful at Bayern? You have to work hard,’ he said.
‘Weather the storm sometimes. Be rooted in this club. And you have to want something to last. That’s exactly why I’m staying here.’
Furthermore, on the club’s website, the 30-year-old added: ‘At FC Bayern I have the best environment to achieve my sporting goals. That is what my decision was based on.
‘For me at the moment, there is no better package of team-mates, coaching staff and club environment in order to achieve maximum success. I feel at home here and I am not finished yet.’
