At the start of the Luis Enrique era at Paris Saint-Germain, there were many rumors of a strong interest from the capital club in the experienced Joshua Kimmich during the 2024 summer transfer window. At the time, the German midfielder from Bayern Munich was 29 years old and had not extended his contract. In a documentary broadcast by the ZDFthe Munich player confirms that he was indeed approached by PSG and that he hesitated before signing a new contract with the club he has defended since 2015.
“The support from the club was not what I had hoped or desired. I felt like Bayern were very willing to let me go (in the summer of 2024). This does not help to strengthen the bond between the club and the player. I spoke with Max Eberl. He confirmed it to me once again: “if you want to leave, then you are on the market, it’s possible” At that time, I didn’t know what it would take for me to extend my contract. I was 95% sure I wouldn’t extend. Paris was a club that showed me strong commitment. A commitment that I didn’t even really expect. I spoke with the sports director (Luis Campos) and the coach (Luis Enrique). I have to say they did a great job and made me feel like they really wanted me, so naturally we start thinking about it. It really made me think. I was supposed to be an important piece of the puzzle there, as a slightly more experienced player. And it definitely has an effect on you. Paris made me an offer. The financial aspect was incredible. Really. Very, very incredible, I must say. But I didn’t want that to be the deciding factor. It’s not like I’m single and only have to make decisions for myself and my career. I also have a responsibility to make decisions for my family members and do the right thing.”he confided, before ensuring that he had made the right choice by extending his lease until 2029. “I have never felt as confident as I do today. It was the right decision to extend my contract at Bayern. »
