The German midfielder, considered one of the best players of his generation, has a contract with Bayern Munich until the summer of 2025. According to various sources, there is increasing talk of a possible move to Barcelona in the near future.
This interest comes at a time when Hansi Flick is the coach of the Catalan team, which strengthens Kimmich’s desire to join Barcelona, given the excellent relationship he shares with Flick, a bond that has developed over a long period through their shared experiences at Bayern Munich and with the German national team.
According to information from the Spanish newspaper “El Nacional”, the opportunity to sign Kimmich without paying a transfer fee, as he will be a free agent, is an exceptional opportunity for Barcelona.
However, the factors that make Kimmich a tempting deal go beyond his free agent status; they also include his exceptional talent and versatility in midfield. Kimmich combines high passing accuracy with superior tactical intelligence, traits that align perfectly with Barcelona’s style of play.
Kimmich’s admiration for the Catalan club is well known, and he has expressed his respect for Barcelona’s history and philosophy on several occasions. With Flick’s appointment as coach, his interest in joining the project has increased significantly.
In this context, Bayern Munich legend Lothar Matthäus recently hinted that Flick’s arrival could be the decisive factor in Kimmich’s potential move, saying: “Maybe Kimmich wants to try something new. We know that Hansi Flick, who is highly respected, is now the coach of Barcelona.” These words reflect the great harmony between the coach and the player, which could facilitate the transfer.
However, the arrival of a player of Kimmich’s caliber could spark an internal debate within the club. His arrival could affect the chances of some young talents, such as Marc Casado, who has impressed everyone this season under Flick’s guidance, or Marc Bernal, a youth player who is expected to catch the eye once he recovers from his injury.
Both players represent the future of Barcelona, and the club will have to balance Kimmich’s experience and outstanding quality with the risk of slowing down the development of these promising players.
Now, the ball is in the court of Deco, who is responsible for sporting decisions at the club and must decide whether signing Kimmich makes sporting and financial sense in the short and long term. Next season could be a turning point in the German player’s career, as well as in the future of FC Barcelona.