INTERNATIONAL: Bayern Munich on Wednesday has confirmed that Joshua Kimmich has tested positive for COVID-19. Kimmich was already in quarantine alongside team mates Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, Serge Gnabry, Michael Cuisance, and Jamal Musiala after coming into contact with an infected person.
The German champions are struggling with rising cases and a reduced squad. On Tuesday, Bayern had only four outfield players on the bench during their 2-1 Champions League victory over Dynamo Kyiv in Ukraine.
Bayern are also dealing with mounting criticism for having unvaccinated players, with Germany international Kimmich the most high-profile one to refuse a shot over what he says are concerns about long-term effects.
According to reports, club bosses informed unvaccinated players last week that they would be docking their pay for their periods of coronavirus quarantine, in line with local laws.
PHOTO: FILE FOOTAGE OF JOSHUA KIMMICH