Joshua Walter Kimmich is a German professional footballer born on February 8, 1995, in Rottweil, Germany. He plays as a right-back or defensive midfielder for Bayern Munich and serves as the captain of the Germany national team. Kimmich is renowned for his versatility, aggression, and playmaking ability, drawing comparisons to former Bayern and Germany captain Philipp Lahm. Kimmich began his youth football career with VfB Stuttgart before joining RB Leipzig in 2013. He made his professional debut with Leipzig in the 3. Liga and played for two seasons. In January 2015, he agreed to join Bayern Munich on a five-year contract, officially moving in the summer of that year. Under Pep Guardiola, Kimmich quickly demonstrated his quality and versatility, making his Bundesliga debut in September 2015. Throughout his career with Bayern Munich, Kimmich has achieved significant success. He has won numerous titles, including eight Bundesliga championships, three DFB Cups, and the UEFA Champions League in 2020. Kimmich has been recognized for his performances, being named to the UEFA Team of the Year and the FIFA FIFPro Men's World11. He is also known for his consistent goal-scoring, having scored at least once in every Bundesliga season since his first, except for the 2015-16 season. As of 2025, Kimmich remains a key figure in Bayern Munich's lineup. He recently extended his contract with the club until 2029, further solidifying his commitment to the team. Kimmich continues to be a vital player in both domestic and international competitions, contributing to Bayern's ongoing success and leading the Germany national team as captain.