The explorer takes up the cause of Kimmich – and deals it out against critics. Michael Reschke was technical director at FC Bayern from 2014 to 2017.

The 29-year-old's contract expires in the summer of 2025, and rumors of a transfer to FC Barcelona have increased. The midfielder's qualities would primarily lie in the offensive and he cannot currently bring these to bear as a clearer. A new addition to the defensive midfield would only help the national player, says the former Bayern official.