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

German media is reporting that Bayern Munich has retracted its contract extension offer to midfielder Joshua Kimmich, whose deal expires at the end of the season.

According to a report from kicker journalist Georg Holzner (as captured by @iMiaSanMia), the rationale behind Bayern Munich’s decision was explained. The weight of rigorous negotiations with other players appears to have taken its toll on the supervisory board,

Hello! The UEFA Champions League returns with the first batch of round of 16 matchups, perhaps most notably with the latest edition of the Madrid derby on Tuesday. I'm Pardeep Cattry with an update to start your week.

In a Champions League last-16 clash between two teams from the same country, German record champions Bayern Munich take on defending Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen at the Allianz Arena on

Bayern Munich is set to face Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League, and a former player of both teams has answered who he wants to win the tie.