Liverpool now have their eyes set on Joshua Kimmich. The Reds are ready to make a summer move for the 30-year-old star. Rival interest from Manchester City only heats up the race.
Joshua Kimmich has dazzled at Bayern since 2015. He shines both as a right-back and a midfielder. He boasts eight Bundesliga titles and one Champions League win. This season, he mainly featured in defensive midfield and also played twice at right-back.
Kimmich’s contract at Bayern expires at the end of the season. He is set to leave on a free transfer. Talks for a new deal have stalled because he feels undervalued. Bayern want to extend his stay but have moved slowly.
Both Liverpool and Manchester City show clear interest in Kimmich. The clubs have gathered detailed information and reached out to the player. Former Bayern manager Julian Nagelsmann once hailed him as “world class” at both right-back and midfield.
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Neither club is betting solely on Kimmich. Manchester City appear more interested in Atalanta and Brazil international defensive midfielder Ederson. Liverpool are also evaluating alternatives. They keep close tabs on Frenkie de Jong and Angelo Stiller.
A Premier League move for Kimmich seems uncertain at this stage. The Bayern star may end up at Inter Milan instead. Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain also monitor his situation. Inter finds his free agent status very attractive and has a history of smart free transfers.
Liverpool are now eyeing fresh right-back options. Reports from Brazil spotlight Flamengo star Wesley. The Reds also pursue midfielder Sverre Nypan. Nypan nearly joined Arsenal last January but chose to stay at Rosenborg until summer 2025. Liverpool are now pushing to lure him to Anfield.
Meanwhile, further moves are in the pipeline. Liverpool plan to sell Federico Chiesa in summer 2025. Chiesa joined from Juventus last summer but struggled with injuries. Manager Arne Slot blocked his exit in January. The club also links Ademola Lookman as a replacement for Luis Diaz. The stage is set for a thrilling transfer window.