Barcelona summer target reportedly believes the Catalans are too broke to sign him

Barcelona president Joan Laporta | Daily Mail

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Barcelona president Joan Laporta | Daily Mail

Barcelona summer target reportedly believes the Catalans are too broke to sign him

Ayoola Kelechi 20:10 - 21.03.2024

The midfielder is reportedly unsure about a move to Barcelona, as he does not think they have the financial might to pull off a deal

Barcelona's ambitions of acquiring Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich have hit a roadblock due to financial limitations, hindering their ability to pursue the talented player.

Barcelona have been eyeing Kimmich as a potential replacement for Sergio Busquets, recognizing his technical prowess as a suitable successor to the seasoned midfielder. However, the club's financial constraints have prevented any concrete pursuit of the Germany international.

Doubts about Barcelona's financial capability

Recent reports suggest that Joshua Kimmich is open to leaving Bayern Munich and has identified three Premier League clubs, along with Barcelona and Real Madrid, as potential destinations. However, Kimmich harbours doubts about Barcelona's financial capacity to secure a deal, especially considering Bayern's likely demand for a significant transfer fee, estimated to be in the range of €70-80 million.

Given the uncertainty surrounding Barcelona's financial situation, Kimmich is exploring alternative options rather than pinning his hopes on a move to the Catalan club. With his contract expiring in 2025, Bayern Munich is keen on renewing his deal, but if negotiations falter, they will be compelled to consider selling him.

Kimmich’s uncertain future at Bayern

Joshua Kimmich acknowledges that his time at Bayern Munich may be approaching its conclusion, especially if an agreement on a contract extension cannot be reached. Despite his willingness to join international teammate Ilkay Gundogan at Barcelona, Kimmich remains pragmatic and will pursue other opportunities until Barcelona demonstrates their ability to secure his services financially.

As Barcelona grapples with financial constraints, their pursuit of Joshua Kimmich hangs in the balance. While the player's desire to join the Catalan giants is evident, the club must prove their financial capability to make the deal a reality. Until then, Kimmich will explore alternative destinations where he can continue to thrive on the field.

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