With the winter transfer window approaching, Barcelona may receive unexpected news that could help address a key issue: the imbalance in midfield. Reports suggest that Joshua Kimmich, one of Europe’s top midfielders, has expressed interest in joining Barcelona to strengthen the squad under Hansi Flick. Kimmich’s contract with Bayern Munich runs until June 2025, which allows him to negotiate with other clubs starting in January without Bayern’s approval.
Kimmich has long admired Flick and views Barcelona as an ideal next step in his career. However, his relationship with Bayern Munich has become strained in recent months, particularly after internal changes at the club and their inconsistent form in the Bundesliga.
Barcelona’s management is weighing the possibility of signing Kimmich, though there are concerns. Deco, the sporting director, acknowledges that Kimmich could greatly enhance the team, but he is wary of the high wages he may demand. Given the club’s financial difficulties, any potential signing, even on a free transfer, will need to be carefully considered.
Flick, however, is keen to reunite with Kimmich. Since joining Barcelona, he has emphasized the need for a midfielder with technical skill, defensive prowess, and leadership. While Barcelona’s young midfield—featuring players like Pedri, Casado, and Dani Olmo—is promising, Kimmich’s experience and versatility would be a valuable asset in both domestic and European competitions.
However, securing Kimmich will not be easy, as other top European clubs, such as Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain, are also monitoring the situation and may offer more lucrative financial terms. Nonetheless, Kimmich’s desire to work with Flick again and be part of Barcelona’s project could ultimately make the Catalan club his preferred destination.
As January draws closer, the possibility of Kimmich joining Barcelona appears more likely, and if it happens, it would significantly strengthen the team’s chances in both European and domestic competitions.
