FC Bayern Munich has confirmed that German international Joshua Kimmich has extended his contract with the club until June 30, 2029. This marks nearly a decade since Kimmich joined the Bundesliga giants, during which he has won multiple domestic and international titles.
Kimmich, 30, has been a key figure for both Bayern Munich and the German national team. His impressive trophy haul includes eight Bundesliga titles, the UEFA Champions League, and the FIFA Club World Cup, among other honors.
FC Bayern President Herbert Hainer praised the club’s management for securing Kimmich’s future, emphasizing his leadership qualities. “Compliments to our sporting management and our board. FC Bayern needs players who not only bear the shirt but also responsibility – on and off the pitch. And Joshua Kimmich is one of those players.”
Club CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen highlighted Kimmich’s influence as a leader within the team and the national squad. “We are delighted that Joshua Kimmich will continue his journey at FC Bayern. He is someone who always leads from the front, be it at the club or as Germany captain.”
Kimmich has played 429 competitive games for Bayern, scoring 43 goals and providing 115 assists. He expressed his satisfaction with the club’s environment and his ambition to achieve further success. “At FC Bayern, I have the best environment to achieve my sporting goals. That is what my decision was based on.”
Since joining Bayern from VfB Stuttgart via RB Leipzig in 2015, Kimmich has amassed an impressive trophy haul. Internationally, he has earned 97 caps for Germany, scoring seven goals, and has captained the national team since last year.