Is Joshua Kimmich really just 28 years old? It feels like he has been a top player for ages, a versatile performer capable of playing at full-back, central midfield, or any of the trendy positions like inverted libero or withdrawn raumdeuter. He is simply an exceptional footballer, and it would be a huge loss for Bayern if they were to let him go. However, there is a possibility that they might. It’s giving off a Toni Kroos vibe.

Kimmich’s contract is set to expire in 2025, which means he could be available for a bargain deal either in January or during the summer transfer window. Pep Guardiola has long been an admirer of the German player, having managed him during his time at Bayern from 2015 to 2016. The feeling is mutual, as Kimmich has described playing under Pep as “an incredible experience.” So, Manchester City is interested, but so is PSG. The Parisian club could benefit from Kimmich’s maturity, talent, composure, and ability to dictate the pace of the game in their midfield. It’s likely to be a fierce competition to secure his signature.

Unfortunately for Bayern, they face more bad news as Alphonso Davies is also considering his options. With his contract expiring in 2025, the German giants run the risk of losing him for a low fee. Real Madrid is reportedly lurking and has been in contact with Davies’s agent. The left-back is good friends with David Alaba from their Bayern days, so it wouldn’t be surprising to see them reunite in Spain. And Bayern’s woes continue as Tottenham has managed to sign Radu Dragusin right under their noses.

In other news, Jordan Henderson is scheduled to hold talks about his future with Steven Gerrard and Mark Allen, an official from Al-Ettifaq club in Saudi Arabia. There have been reports linking Henderson with a return to the Premier League. Interestingly, Ajax is now also interested in the veteran midfielder, although it remains to be seen if they can come close to matching his current weekly salary of £350,000. It’s worth noting that Saudi Arabia and Amsterdam have similar vibes, so anything is possible.

The issue of Premier League parachute payments needs to be addressed. Leicester City, who are comfortably leading the Championship by 10 points in early January, seemingly have the financial means to sign Italian international Stefano Sensi from Internazionale. This situation raises eyebrows. Relegation used to be a punishment, not an opportunity to revamp the squad entirely. And let’s not forget that Leicester already has a strong team. In their recent victory over Millwall, they had players like Wales’ number one goalkeeper Danny Ward, England internationals James Justin and Harry Winks, Belgium international Wout Faes (signed for £15m and earning Premier League wages), Denmark international Jannik Vestergaard, Stephy Mavididi (signed for £7.5m in the summer), Fatawu Issahaku (on loan from Sporting Lisbon), Tawanda Maswanhise, and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall (a player who could easily compete in the Premier League). How on earth can Leicester afford to have such players on the bench and potentially add Sensi? The Championship used to be a level playing field, but it seems things have changed.