In a new @ZDF documentary, Joshua Kimmich reveals that he was very close to leaving Bayern and that he seriously considered joining PSG: "The club's support wasn't what I'd hoped for or wanted. I had the feeling that Bayern were very open to letting me go [in summer 2024]. That doesn't help to strengthen the bond between club and player. I spoke with Max Eberl. He confirmed it to me again: 'If you want to leave, then you're for sale, that's possible' - At that point, I didn't know what would have to happen for me to extend my contract. I was 95% sure I wouldn't extend
Paris was a club that showed me a strong commitment. One that I hadn't even really expected. I spoke with the sporting director (Luis Campos) and the coach (Luis Enrique). I have to say they did a really good job and gave me the impression that they really wanted me, so you naturally start looking into it. That really made me think. I was supposed to be an important piece of the puzzle there as a player with a bit more experience. And that definitely has an effect on you. Paris sent me an offer. The financial aspect was incredible. Really. Very, very incredible, I have to say. But I didn't want to make that the deciding factor. It's not like I'm single and can only make decisions for myself and my career. I also have a responsibility to make decisions for my family members and to do the right thing"
In the end, Kimmich says Vincent Kompany's appreciation played a big role in his decision: "I've never felt such a great deal of trust as I do now. It was the right decision to extend my contract at Bayern"