Joshua Kimmich - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Excellence continues Kimmich scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and two chances created in Friday's 5-1 victory against RB Leipzig. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 82nd min...

Impact Kimmich was excellent as always, scoring and assisting during Friday's one-sided rout. The defensive midfielder can play anywhere on the pitch and has strong upside any time he's on the pitch. Kimmich will be the key to a lot of Bayern's creativity coming out of the Christmas break.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Six crosses Saturday Kimmich registered two shots (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Mainz. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 78th min...

Impact Kimmich recorded six crosses (one accurate) Saturday, his fourth time this season with six or more, three of which have come in his last four matches. He also created one chance, something he has done in all but two matches this season. On the defensive end he added one interception and two clearances as he played the full 90 minutes once again.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Assist from corner Kimmich assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), 10 crosses (two accurate) and seven corners in Saturday's 4-2 win versus FC Heidenheim.

Impact Kimmich found his assist from a set piece Saturday, with the midfielder's cross finding the head of Dayot Upamecano in the 18th minute for a goal. This is his second assist of the season, with his last coming at the end of October. He also added four tackles, five chances created and 10 crosses in the win.

DECEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Busy throughout win Kimmich generated five shots (one on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Friday's 3-0 victory versus FC Augsburg.

Impact Kimmich was busy on both sides of the ball, but popped up for some long shots during what turned into a siege for large portions of the match. The flexible midfielder has excellent upside anywhere on the pitch, as well as a solid role on set-pieces. Kimmich is a safe midfield option anytime he's in the starting XI, whether that's in midfield or in the backline.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid join Joshua Kimmich race amid ongoing Bayern Munich contract impasse | Goal.com US Real Madrid want to snap up Joshua Kimmich, who has reached an impasse over his soon-to-expire contract at Bayern Munich.

NOVEMBER 18 • GOAL.COM

Attempts five crosses in victory Kimmich had five crosses (zero accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 3-0 victory versus Union Berlin.

Impact Kimmich created one chance Saturday from five attempted crosses (zero accurate) and four corners as Bayern Munich eased past Union Berlin in a 3-0 victory. The veteran also contributed two tackles (two won) and two interceptions to the Bayern's clean sheet effort. Kimmich continues to be a depended upon figure under new manager Vincent Kompany, having played every minute of the 12 matches in which he has appeared (all competitions).

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Earns assist Kimmich assisted once to go with five crosses (three accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 5-0 win versus Bochum.

Impact Kimmich earned his second straight assist in league play Sunday, finding Jumal Musiala in the 26th minute. This marks his second assist of the season, with those being his only two goal contributions. The midfielder has yet to miss a start this campaign, with most of his value coming off of set pieces, taking 32 corner kicks on the season.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

'You should never rule anything out' - Joshua Kimmich opens door to Barcelona transfer ahead of Bayern Munich's Champions League showdown with Catalan giants | Goal.com US Joshua Kimmich did not rule out the possibility of joining Barcelona as the Bayern Munich star opened up about his future.

OCTOBER 23 • GOAL.COM

Assists in win Kimmich assisted once to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 4-0 win over VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Kimmich provided a single assist from holding midfield during Saturday's win. It's been an interesting season for Kimmich, as he's made the shift into midfield once more, seemingly leaving any chance of minutes at full-back behind. He has more upside in holding midfield, though surprisingly he's been less active on set pieces than prior seasons.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances Kimmich took an off target shot, crossed three times (one accurate), created four chances and made two interceptions during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Leverkusen.

Impact Kimmich was held off the scoresheet, but led Bayern in both chances created and interceptions during the draw. The midfielder has yet to have a goal involvement in the Bundesliga this season, but has combined for three shots, 11 chances created and 11 crosses in his last three league starts.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Assists twice Tuesday Kimmich had two assists while taking one shot (on goal), crossing seven times (four accurate), creating five chances and making three tackles during Tuesday's 9-2 win over Dinamo Z...

Impact Kimmich set up Michael Olise in the 38th minute and Leon Goretzka in the 92nd to assist two of Bayern's nine goals while leading the team in both crosses and tackles. The goal involvements were the first of the young season for Kimmich who has combined four 14 crosses and 10 chances created over his last three starts.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona still in the dark over Frenkie de Jong and Ronald Araujo's future as Spanish side eye free Joshua Kimmich and Jonathan Tah signings | Goal.com US Barcelona are in the dark over the futures of Frenkie de Jong and Ronald Araujo as they plot moves for Joshua Kimmich and Jonathan Tah.

SEPTEMBER 9 • GOAL.COM

Joshua Kimmich appointed Germany's new captain after senior players retire

Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich has been appointed captain of Germany's national team after his predecessor Ilkay Gündogan was among a string of senior players to retire fr...

SEPTEMBER 2 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Joshua Kimmich on the move? Bayern director casts doubt on Germany star's future as he enters final year of contract | Goal.com US Joshua Kimmich could be on the move this summer judging by comments from Bayern Munich's sporting director Max Eberl.

JULY 20 • GOAL.COM

Assists in loss Kimmich assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (three accurate) and five chances created in Friday's 2-1 defeat against Spain.

Impact Kimmich provided a single assist late in the second half and was one of the main creative outlets throughout Friday's clash. The right-back has been solid in recent weeks, but couldn't do enough to keep Germany in the tournament. He's now headed back to Bayern and back to defensive midfield.

JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 18 • FOX SPORTS

Assists from defense Kimmich assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and four chances created in Friday's 5-1 win versus Scotland.

Impact Kimmich shifted back to right-back, as expected, and immediately opened the Euros with an assist. The defender is a brilliant creator, though the talent around him does eat into his overall creativity as he isn't guaranteed a role in dead ball situations. Still Kimmich is the top choice right-back for what should be one of the top attacking teams at the Euros.

JUNE 14 • ROTOWIRE

Kimmich slams 'racist' survey that says 1 in 5 Germans want more white players in the national team

Germany midfielder Joshua Kimmich has slammed as “absolutely racist” a survey and its findings that one in five of his compatriots would prefer more white players on the national t...

JUNE 1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Joshua Kimmich would be the ideal signing for Barcelona as Hansi Flick era begins: Blaugrana's summer transfer window likely ins and outs | Goal.com US Hansi Flick will have to work wonders with a small budget as he tackles his first summer transfer window at Barcelona

MAY 29 • GOAL.COM

Ends on high note Kimmich recorded 27 starts in 28 Bundesliga appearances during the 2023/24 season with Bayern Munich.

Impact Kimmich is entering the final year of his contract with Bayern Munich ahead of the 2024/25 campaign. Despite missing a few matches due to injury, he had a decent season, recording six assists and a goal. He also averaged about 2.5 chances created and 6.9 crosses per game, but his overall total was lower than last season. Kimmich started all 12 UCL games, scoring once with two assists. With his future in Munich uncertain, it is unclear what lies ahead for the midfielder.

MAY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Six crosses, three accurate Kimmich had one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (three accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 2-0 win over Wolfsburg.

Impact In the Bundesliga, Kimmich's cross accuracy slightly dipped going into mid-May, but he rectified the situation with his latest performance. Since Feb. 18, he has logged three assists on 33 chances created and 101 crosses (34 accurate) across 12 appearances. Even with Kimmich's recent dip, it has not prevented him from being one of the Bundesliga's best in terms of cross accuracy.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts five crosses Kimmich registered five crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 2-1 defeat to Real Madrid.

Impact Kimmich led Bayern Munich's effort to provide service to their attackers form the wide areas Wednesday. His five crosses (zero accurate) and three corners each led the team. Kimmich also contributed to the defensive effort with three tackles (two won) and two clearances. In all competitions, Kimmich has supplied eight assists, just one shy of his mark during the previous campaign.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona eye summer move for Joshua Kimmich as Xavi prioritises signing long-term Sergio Busquets successor | Goal.com US Barcelona are determined to bolster their midfield options for next season and are targeting Bayern Munich's Joshua Kimmich.

MAY 2 • GOAL.COM

Productive in Tuesday's draw Kimmich recorded seven crosses (four accurate) and six corners in Tuesday's 2-2 draw against Real Madrid.

Impact Kimmich had another productive day in the first leg of the Champions League semifinals. He created three chances for the fifth time in the competition, took six corners, recorded seven crosses and a UCL-high four accurate crosses. He also drew one foul in his full 90 minutes of action. Kimmich will need another productive day on both ends of the pitch next Wednesday in the second leg in Madrid.

APRIL 30 • ROTOWIRE

Almost everybody has criticised Joshua Kimmich this season - against Arsenal he answered them all On Wednesday evening Kimmich reminded the rest of Europe of both his and Bayern's enduring resilience

APRIL 18 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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Joshua Kimmich appointed Germany's new captain after senior players retire

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Kimmich slams 'racist' survey that says 1 in 5 Germans want more white players in the national team