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Unhappy Bayern player could push Arsenal defender to Barcelona

Unhappy Bayern player could push Arsenal defender to Barcelona

Joshua Kimmich’s recent complaints at his lack of playing time could expedite Hector Bellerin’s move to Barcelona, according to the latest reports.

Francesc Aguilar of El Mundo Deportivo has confirmed that Pep Guardiola could shift his attentions to Kimmich - a player he appreciates for his flexibility - and would therefore shift his focus away from Bellerin.

“I'm not happy about it; it is not satisfactory and also not my ambition." Kimmich said yesterday (via Bavarian Football Works).

"The coach knows that I can play as a defensive midfielder and right-back, and as a central defender. From that, he has many options to play me."

An eventual Kimmich move to City would, Aguilar confirms, “free up” Hector Bellerin, who would then move to Barcelona.

Txiki Beguiristain has set wheels in motion, knowing that Manchester City Coach Pep Guardiola is a big fan of the German international’s, whose career he essentially helped take off when they were at Bayern together.

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