Hansi Flick has been requesting this transfer since his arrival, but it hasn't been possible to achieve so far. However, everything could be changing, as his contract with Bayern ends on June 30 and he hasn't replied yet to their renewal proposal. We're talking about Joshua Kimmich, a 29-year-old midfielder, whom the German trained during his time in Munich and now wants to bring to Barça.
Joshua Kimmich's renewal with Bayern still hasn't been finalized and time is running out. The German is free to negotiate with any team and Barça could surprisingly enter the equation, when his arrival was considered practically impossible. Given this scenario, an approach from Hansi Flick to try to convince him in 2025 is not ruled out.
There's concern at Bayern, as they were trying to avoid this scenario. What they wanted in Munich was to know if he would renew his contract before January 5, something that hasn't happened. It wasn't an ultimatum, but a request to Joshua Kimmich. The problem is he still hasn't replied, and it's causing unease at the German club.
Joshua Kimmich: Hansi Flick's Favorite Transfer Remains Available for Barça
Joshua Kimmich's plan is clear. He said it himself months ago in an interview on ZDF: "I won't wait until summer. I'll be with the club this winter and try to see the big picture. In January, I'll make the right decision".
Indeed, we're in January, and so far Bayern knows nothing about his future. This could change. The option of Barça for Joshua Kimmich remains on the table, although no firm proposal has been made. The plan is to wait for the right moment to try to take him from Germany.
In any case, what is clear is that, although Hansi Flick has requested it before, Joshua Kimmich is not a priority. The midfielder position is considered well-covered with what's available, with Casadó performing wonderfully. Looking ahead to next season, Bernal will be fully recovered and back.
Joshua Kimmich interests FC Barcelona, yes, but at the right price. This is something Hansi Flick has accepted with some resignation, as he would be delighted to coach him again.