Real Madrid enter race for Kimmich as Barcelona hesitate over signing - reports
Joshua Kimmich has yet to renew his contract with Bayern Munich and could leave as a free agent this summer, becoming one of the market's most sought-after players. German coach Hansi Flick has expressed interest in bringing him to his team, having worked with him both at Bayern and the German national team. However, Kimmich's signing isn't a priority for Barcelona, opening the door for Real Madrid to enter the race for him.
Barcelona's focus is on strengthening its attack, with a solid midfield already featuring Frenkie de Jong, Pedri, Gavi, Dani Olmo, and others. Financial constraints also make Kimmich’s high salary a challenge for the club.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid, looking for a reliable midfielder after Aurelien Tchouameni's decline, sees Kimmich as a perfect fit. The club has already contacted his representatives and sees him as a key player, according to El Nacional.
If Kimmich joins Madrid, it would be a blow to Barcelona, who have wanted him for years but could lose out to their rivals. The future of the German remains uncertain, but if Barcelona doesn't act quickly, Kimmich might end up at the Santiago Bernabeu.
