Bayern Munich will be without Joshua Kimmich for today’s Champions League match against Arsenal. The German midfielder will not be part of the squad due to a family bereavement.
In light of this difficult personal situation, coach Vincent Kompany has given the player the time he needs to deal with his grief, leaving him out of the squad named for the important European fixture.
The news was confirmed by the Bavarian club itself through a statement on its official channels, which also asked for the privacy of the player and his family to be respected.
Bayern Munich statement
“Due to a family bereavement, Joshua Kimmich has not been included in the squad for today’s match against Arsenal. On behalf of the family, we ask that his privacy and grief be respected, and that further questions and media articles on this matter be avoided.
We extend our sincerest condolences to Joshua Kimmich and his loved ones,” the club’s statement said.
Bayern Munich has not provided any further details about the event, and has asked that the player be given the space he needs at this difficult time.