Real Madrid Open Talks with Barcelona, PSG’s €20M-Per-Year Target Amid Bayern Munich Doubts

FC Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain have reportedly been keeping a close eye on Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich in recent months, with sources in Germany indicating that a transfer almost came together last summer.

At the same time, Barcelona are said to be tracking Kimmich as well as Bayer Leverkusen defender Jonathan Tah, as they look to strengthen their midfield and defense for the 2025 season.

Journalists Christian Falk and Tobi Altschäffl recently revealed that Bayern Munich have abandoned efforts to convince Kimmich to accept a pay cut from his €20 million annual salary.

With his contract set to expire next year and growing interest from top clubs, it seems unlikely Kimmich will agree to reduced terms.

What’s the latest on Joshua Kimmich?

According to BILD, Real Madrid have started initial discussions with Kimmich about a potential summer move when his contract with Bayern comes to an end.

Recently, BILD reported in a separate report that Real Madrid continue to view Kimmich as a potential replacement for Toni Kroos. The 29-year-old German international is in the final year of his contract with Bayern and has yet to agree on a renewal despite lengthy discussions.  

Kimmich is reportedly focused on staying with Bayern and recently met with club executives, though he has not made a final decision.