Kimmich: I nearly left Bayern, PSG's offer was 'impressive'
Your captain has revealed just how close he came to leaving. Joshua Kimmich says PSG made him an "impressive" financial proposal at a time when he was seriously considering a Bayern exit (1).
"I had the feeling that Bayern is very open to letting me go," Kimmich reveals in his new documentary. "I told Max Eberl about it and he confirmed it by saying… if you wanna go we can make it happen. Paris was very committed." (1)
PSG's midfield pitch included Kimmich alongside Vitinha and João Neves, a trio that nearly became reality (1). Instead, Kimmich stayed, and Bayern's spine remains intact.
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Kompany pushing for Rashford, Arsenal also in the race
Vincent Kompany is reportedly behind Bayern's interest in Marcus Rashford, with the manager personally requesting the club pursue the Manchester United forward (2).
Arsenal, Barcelona, and Chelsea are also circling. The competition is real, but Kompany's direct push could give Bayern an edge (2).
Davies injury could wipe out World Cup group stage
Alphonso Davies has picked up a muscle injury that may rule him out of Canada's entire World Cup group stage (3).
Bayern are in contact with the Canadian federation and have reportedly agreed on a cautious approach. Davies remains one of your most important players, and risking him before he's fully fit would be reckless (3).
Lahm: Play Kimmich in midfield, not right-back
Philipp Lahm has weighed in on the Kimmich positional debate ahead of the World Cup, and his verdict is clear: keep him in midfield (4).
"Kimmich has been performing at the highest level in midfield for years. I wouldn't break up the spine of the team with Neuer, Tah, and Kimmich by moving him to right-back," Lahm said, pointing to the partnership with Aleksandar Pavlović that took Bayern to the Champions League semifinals (4).
Former academy player Kouam joins Lierse
Christian Kouam, a former Bayern youth product, has signed with Belgian side Lierse on a contract until 2029. The 20-year-old arrives with the reputation of a future leader (5).
Fan-reaktioner
The Kimmich documentary revelations have hit hard. Fans are digesting just how close the captain came to leaving, with many pointing to Eberl's willingness to facilitate a sale as particularly jarring. Meanwhile, Kompany's reported €40 million defensive target and the ongoing Nathaniel Brown saga have supporters debating whether the board will back the manager's wishlist this summer. Check out the Kimmich thread here.
