Marco Neppe and Joshua Kimmich could work together as the Bayern midfielder assesses his career options.
Bayern Munich’s former head of scouting, Marco Neppe, could have a significant influence on Joshua Kimmich’s future at the club, according to recent reports.
With contract negotiations still unresolved, the 30-year-old midfielder is reportedly turning to a trusted confidant for guidance—Sport1 claims. That confidant is Neppe, who first joined Bayern as a technical director in 2014 before later leading the club’s scouting department until his departure.
Neppe and Kimmich share a strong bond, forged when Neppe played a pivotal role in bringing the then-19-year-old from RB Leipzig to Bayern in 2015.
Beyond his history with Kimmich, the 38-year-old scout is well-connected across European football, particularly in the Premier League and La Liga. This network could provide valuable insights as Kimmich evaluates his options.
Despite speculation about a potential move, the German international is widely expected to remain at Bayern, with contract extension talks reportedly at an advanced stage.
