Real Madrid has made the decision to completely close the door on Joshua Kimmich. Despite reports from Germany that linked the Bayern Munich midfielder with Madrid, the white club has decided not to go ahead with the operation. Toni Kroos’ replacement is at home, and his name is Dani Ceballos.
Kimmich not in Real Madrid’s plans
Last week, the possible arrival of Kimmich at Real Madrid was one of the most talked about topics in football circles. Bild reported that the German international would welcome landing at the Santiago Bernabéu after failing to extend his contract with Bayern, which expires on June 30.
However, insiders at Real Madrid have denied on social networks any possible interest or even real contact. According to GRADA3 sources, the priority for Real Madrid is not to reinforce the midfield with Kimmich, as the club’s coaching staff are determined to fill the gap left by Toni Kroos with Dani Ceballos. Carlo Ancelotti has made it clear that he has complete faith in the Utrera-born player, who has stepped up in the final stretch of the season.
Ceballos, the alternative to Kroos that convinces Ancelotti
Ancelotti has left no room for doubt in his latest statements about Dani Ceballos. After the match against Valladolid, the Italian coach spoke highly of the Andalusian midfielder’s work: “He has returned to his best after many problems. He is doing very well now, the team feels confident with him.” Ceballos has responded with performances reminiscent of the best of Kroos.
His contribution is not only limited to the offensive side. His remarkable defensive capacity is also evident with an average of 3.84 tackles and 1.37 interceptions per game. At 28 years of age and with a contract until 2027, Ceballos is Ancelotti’s firm bet to fill the role that Kroos will leave vacant.
Kimmich’s message that stirred up the rumors
Aware of the rumors that placed him at Real Madrid, Joshua Kimmich did not hesitate when questioned about his future, and was very clear in stating that “There will be an update but I can’t talk every three days” . That response increased the rumors, and Bayern are optimistic that he will renew his contract.
Christoph Freund, sporting director of the Bavarian team, had previously assured: “I am convinced that he will finally choose to stay and play for Bayern”. Bayern has made it a priority that the player does not leave, as they already did with Alphonso Davies, whose renewal was practically a done deal.
Although his name has also been linked to Barcelona, Liverpool and Manchester City, the player does not seem to be bothered by the decision. His ambition is for Bayern to once again demonstrate their hegemony in Germany and once again have a good chance of qualifying for the Champions League.
Real Madrid, focused on their own roadmap, will not be carried away by the rumors. They have complete confidence in their squad, and Ceballos has earned the right to be considered the natural replacement for Kroos; therefore, the arrival of Kimmich seems unnecessary.
This move by Real Madrid to have ruled out Kimmich conveys full confidence in Ancelotti when it comes to the current squad. The commitment to a player like Ceballos is consistent with the club’s strategy of combining youth and experience in the engine room.
The ending seems obvious. Kimmich’s future seems to lie in Munich and at the Santiago Bernabéu they have found their new conductor. Kimmich is shown the door, full confidence in Ceballos. In fact, at the Bernabéu Kroos’ legacy has already begun.