Just a few hours later, journalist Florian Plettenberg reports that Kimmich and Bayern have now reached a 'total verbal agreement' over a new deal, which will keep him at the club for another four seasons.

Joshua Kimmich is set to spurn Premier League interest to extend his contract with Bayern Munich after the two parties reportedly reached a breakthrough in negotiations.

There has been criticism in Germany over Kimmich's perceived dallying, but renewing is not a decision to be taken lightly by player or club