Following the game between Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen, Xabi Alonso, the coach of Leverkusen, was observed having a discussion with Joshua Kimmich. Alonso expressed his high respect for Kimmich and conveyed his best wishes to him. This interaction fueled speculation regarding Alonso's possible interest in signing Kimmich for Leverkusen, particularly because Kimmich has not yet renewed his contract with Bayern and may become a free agent.