Bayern Munich CEO, Jan-Christian Dreesen, has expressed his delight after German defensive midfielder, Joshua Kimmich, put pen to paper to extend his contract with the club until 30 June, 2029.
Dreesen said, “We are delighted that Joshua Kimmich will continue his journey at FC Bayern”, adding, “his determination and his commitment embody what FC Bayern stand for”.
According to fcbayern.com, Dreesen said: “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. His hunger is unbroken, as we saw again in the Champions League round of 16. His determination and his commitment embody what FC Bayern stand for. He should be the bridge between our current generation and a new era.”
Club President, Herbert Hainer, said: “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.”
Board member for Sport, Max Eberl, said: “Mentality and identity – that is what Joshua Kimmich represents. He has internalised the DNA of FC Bayern over the years and embodies it both on and off the field. Where others stop, he starts. We are very happy that he will continue to drive our team forward.”
Christoph Freund, Sporting Director, said: “Everyone can see how passionate Joshua Kimmich is about the game and about his club, in every minute of the match. He is a leadership figure who drives forward and gives impetus; an engine who will continue to tirelessly push FC Bayern forward in the future.”
Photo: Max Eberl | Joshua Kimmich | Jan-Christian Dreesen | Christoph Freund. @FCBayernEN
