Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich has decided to sign a new deal with the club, according to Sky Sports Germany Florian Plettenberg on X. The Germany international, who can also operate as a right-back, was out of contract at the German club at the end of the season, but he has now decided put pen to paper on fresh terms.

Plettenberg wrote on X: “BREAKING | Total verbal agreement between FC Bayern and Joshua Kimmich on a new contract until 2029!

“Green light from the entire Bayern board. Final paperwork is in progress. Contracts are set to be signed this week, with the announcement planned soon.

“Kimmich will extend his contract following today’s new discussions. The 30-year-old leader considered an offer from PSG, but his main focus was always on extending his contract.”

Kimmich has scored one goal and given five assists in 23 Bundesliga matches and has provided four assists in 11 UEFA Champions League games for Bayern so far this season.