The desire of many fans to retain Joshua Kimmich at Bayern Munich reflects the significance of his contributions to the team and the impact he has on the squad's dynamics. I don't think it's fair to criticize that Kimmich is solely motivated by financial gains, because it may not necessarily reflect his true intentions. Professional players often consider various factors when deciding on their career paths, including new challenges, experiences, and personal growth.
Bayern Munich defending Kimmich's desires suggests that there might be more to the situation than a simple pursuit of higher pay. Their interest in exploring player exchanges for Kimmich showcases the club's strategic approach to squad management. If Bayern Munich can secure valuable players in exchange for Kimmich, it could potentially enhance the overall competitiveness of the squad. While fans may be hesitant to see Joshua Kimmich leave Bayern Munich, it's crucial to consider the player's motivations and the club's strategic vision.
Every player has that one essentiality in a team and it also depends on how solidly grounded you are with the team. There are teams with a number of old time players who's been in the team for years and then have gain enough grounds and achievements for the team, then been bestowed with the deserving respect to by the team because of the confidence in his abilities.
Kimmich is one man that's been with Munich and has scaled through hurdles with them. They understand his capacity and won't fail to give him the right spot in the team. His move to a new team no doubt would bring for him exposure and a while new different environment but not forgetting that it won't be as rosy as it already is for him. There, he'd start all over with giving the right impressions and proving his worth before building a good amount of confidence to deserve fully the right spot in this new club. So not opting for any of the options, it's his decision to make but which ever way, there are advantages and disadvantages too.
I 100% agree with @arimamib. Joshua Kimminch has been someone who played for Bayern Munich for about a decade now. He has pretty much achieved everything he has achieved with Bayern Munich. He has a presence in the dressing room and I think any team will be wanting him. Any fan will want him on the team. He has got nothing to prove because he has proved anything with his achievements so far. He has received Germany's Player of the Year awards so many times as well.
There have been rumors of him joining Manchester United and Barcelona. Honestly, I would not want to see him joining either of them. I mean look at both the teams, new players lose their performance there. So I think he should continue in Bayern. The question is if Bayern would let him stay here.