Florentino Pérez has been wise in the transfer market. Despite the fact that Real Madrid has been dealing with Carvajal's injury and Toni Kroos's departure, the president has an opportunity to strengthen the team. With the right-back unprotected and the departure of a key pillar in midfield, the club needs a solution to cover both strategic positions quickly.
This is where a player who has been strongly linked with Barça's plans comes into play. The German player, who's been the object of desire of the Catalan team, can play both on the right wing and in midfield, something that suits Madrid perfectly. However, until now, the white team hadn't shown interest in him.
Joshua Kimmich: the Unexpected Solution for Madrid
Bayern Munich's Joshua Kimmich's contract ends in 2025 and although Barça has been the main club interested in his services, Florentino Pérez could turn things around. With Kroos's imminent departure and Carvajal's injuries, Kimmich would fit perfectly into the Whites' scheme. He can cover two of the team's most urgent areas: right back and midfield, just as Kroos did.
A Contract Lasting untill 2025 and Florentino Pérez's Move
Kimmich is a strategic option for Real Madrid, and Florentino Pérez could get ahead of Barça in the transfer market, taking advantage of the German player's contract with Bayern coming to an end. This would allow them to sign him for an affordable price or even negotiate with the player to bring him in as a free agent. For Barça, losing the race for Kimmich would be a huge disappointment, as his versatility made him one of their priority signings.
Low Blow for Barça
Barça has been keeping a close eye on Joshua Kimmich for months. The German player has been seen as a key piece to strengthen the blaugrana midfield, given his ability to adapt to different positions. Baraç was hoping to take advantage of Joshua Kimmich's contractual relationship with Bayern, which ends in 2025, to make a strategic offer before its imminent termination.
However, Real Madrid's entry into the race for his signing would completely change the outlook for the Catalonian club. Even though Kimmich was not Madrid's main target, the opportunity to strengthen the team and weaken Barça is something that Florentino never overlooks.