"Bayern" wants to extend the contract with J. Kimmich © JumpStory

Munich's "Bayern" team is determined to keep defender Joshua Kimmich in their ranks for a long time.

"Kicker" reports that the German champions are close to a new agreement with the 23-year-old footballer.

The talent, who arrived from the "Leipzig" team in 2015, quickly established himself in the team and has been taking on an increasingly important role.

Current J. Kimmich's contract is valid until 2020, but it is desired to extend it until 2022 or 2023.

This season in the Bundesliga championship, the player scored 1 goal and made 8 assists in 21 matches.