Joshua Kimmich denies Barcelona rumours, commits to Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich are set to revamp their midfield this summer, with the recent acquisition of Konrad Laimer and plans for another signing.

Amidst these changes, Joshua Kimmich remains a crucial figure in the team's midfield, earning praise from coach Thomas Tuchel.

Following last season's disappointments in the Champions League and DFB Pokal, doubts were raised about Kimmich's future at Die Roten. Spanish media even linked him to Barcelona, with coach Xavi Hernandez expressing admiration for the German midfielder.

However, Kimmich himself has now addressed these rumours, firmly stating his commitment to Bayern until the end of his contract in 2025.

In an interview with Bild on Monday, Kimmich dismissed the speculation, saying, "It was difficult not to come across the rumours. Generally, I'm not too invested in them. I still have two years left on my contract, and we have big plans for those two years at Bayern."

Bayern Munich's stance on the matter is clear. The club views Kimmich as a future captain, and they wouldn't have entertained any offers from Barcelona if they were genuinely interested. Since joining Bayern from RB Leipzig in 2015, Kimmich has consistently proven himself as a key player for Die Roten.

While the club's primary target for the defensive midfield position, Declan Rice of West Ham, appears destined for Arsenal according to media reports, Bayern are determined to bolster their squad for the upcoming season.

The addition of talented midfielders and Kimmich's unwavering commitment signifies their intent to remain a dominant force in the footballing world.