Liverpool are reportedly eyeing a move for a Bayern Munich star as they look to strengthen their squad.
The Reds, who currently sit at the top of the Premier League, have been relatively quiet in the transfer market of late.
In the summer, the club's only signing was Juventus striker Federico Chiesa after they failed in their pursuit of Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi.
It has failed to impact Arne Slot's side so far this season, with the Reds six points clear of Arsenal in the league, while also leading the Champions League stage.
Ryan Gravenberch has transformed into the deepest-lying midfielder in the Dutchman's system, with the 22-year-old emerging as one of Liverpool's stars of the campaign.
However, according to Bild journalist Christian Falk, the Reds are considering strengthening their midfield options with the addition of Bayern star Joshua Kimmich.
Kimmich, 29, has been an integral member of the German giants since joining the club from RB Leipzig in 2015, with the midfielder making 414 appearances.
The midfielder, who can also fill in as a right back, also played 97 international matches for Germany and was appointed captain in the aftermath of the 2024 European Championship.
Kimmich is out of contract at the end of the season, meaning any move from Liverpool would likely be a potential free transfer in the summer.
However, the report claims that Bayern are in talks with the 29-year-old over a new deal.
Kimmich has previously been linked with Liverpool, most notably in the summer of 2023 as the Reds underwent a midfield overhaul following the departures of Fabinho and Jordan Henderson.
The German would suit Slot's playing style if he were to make the move, with the Dutchman preferring to use a deep-lying playmaker in the No.6 role, rather than a traditional strong-tackling defensive midfielder.
Kimmich has played every minute of Bayern's campaign so far this season, with the midfielder featuring in all 24 league games for Vincent Kompany's side.
The German giants currently sit at the top of the Bundesliga, four points ahead of reigning champions Bayer Leverkusen.
It comes after Leverkusen won the title last year, ending Bayern's run of victories in 11 consecutive seasons between 2012 and 2023.
Meanwhile, Liverpool are back in action on Wednesday when they take on Tottenham in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final.
The Reds next host Accrington Stanley in the FA Cup third round at Anfield on Saturday.
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