Joshua Kimmich insists that he has no reason to leave Bayern Munich, the German player is said to be Barca’s top target in the summer of 2023.

Joshua Kimmich was once a key player for Bayern Munich, but last season he was no longer impregnable under Julian Nagelsmann. Only when Thomas Tuchel came to power, this player was able to start regularly again.

Barca is said to want Kimmich to upgrade the midfield. Coach Xavi confirmed Barca will try to recruit Kimmich. ” Kimmich is a top player, I like him a lot,” he said . If there is an open door, there will be a negotiation with Bayern.”

In addition to Barca, Man City also follows Bayern Munich player, Pep Guardiola targets Kimmich as a replacement for Ilkay Gundogan, who moved to Barca on a free transfer this summer. Meanwhile, Liverpool also put the German midfielder in the sights if parting with Jordan Henderson and Fabinho.

Speaking about his future ahead of the friendly against Man City, Kimmich said: “ I am very sure that I will play next season at FC Bayern. I have no other plans.”

Bayern have made three signings this summer but none of Min-jae Kim, Konrad Laimer or Raphael Guerreiro will feature against City. Kimmich talked about the rookies of the Bundesliga champions:

“They made a good impression. Unfortunately, Raphael Guerreiro is injured, which is very disappointing for us and for him. We knew Konni Laimer when he was playing in the Bundesliga. Minjae Kim still hasn’t been able to train regularly with the first team. Those are good players, they will upgrade the Bayern squad.”