Liverpool must hold their nerve to secure inevitable dream transfer

Liverpool's transfer window has got off to a slow start with signings having not yet been made by new manager Arne Slot.

Deals are likely to be completed a lot later than normal this year due to both Euro 2024 and Copa America but that doesn't mean Slot and his team won't be working hard to secure their targets behind the scenes. One man who could find himself on a few clubs' radars this summer is Bayern Munich midfielder-turned-right-back Joshua Kimmich.

The German has gained a reputation for his impressive displays in Bavaria but his relationship at the club is breaking down. Sport Bild understands that the two parties are now at a stage where an exit in either 2024 or 2025 is inevitable.

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It is believed Munich chiefs were angered by Kimmich's criticisms of their handling of the Covid-19 pandemic and they have no intention of extending his contract beyond 2025. This update should be music to the ears of Liverpool.

Munich reportedly want a figure of £33m for their player this summer to get him off the books but what Bayern do not seem to realise is that Liverpool are the ones who hold the cards. If they are not in a position where they want to keep the midfielder, the Reds just need to hold their nerve.

The Bundesliga giants will not be wanting to risk Kimmich leaving the Allianz Arena for free in the summer so will likely be at the mercy of what clubs are looking to offer. Barcelona are thought to be keen on his services but considering their financial situation, the Reds will be confident they could outbid them in a race for his signature.

One issue for Liverpool will be that Kimmich is not thought to be represented by an agent so any negotiations will have to be made directly with him. While he is at Euro 2024, this could be difficult so the Reds must use their time wisely between now and Germany's exit to plan a move which could see them land a dream transfer for Slot's squad.