Bayern Munich Faces Leverkusen in Champions League Clash Amid Uncertainty Over Kimmich's Future

Kimmich weighs contract renewal or move to PSG as Bayern aims to break winless streak against Leverkusen in pivotal European match.

Bayern Munich hosts Bayer Leverkusen tonight in the first leg of the Champions League Round of 16, with significant financial and sporting stakes on the line.
Joshua Kimmich, Bayern's captain, is at a crossroads with his contract expiring at the end of the season, considering offers from Bayern and Paris Saint-Germain.
Leverkusen, led by Xabi Alonso, has remained undefeated in their last six matches against Bayern, adding intrigue to the matchup.
Both teams face player availability challenges: Bayern sees Kimmich returning from injury, while Leverkusen's Robert Andrich is out, and five players risk suspension for the second leg.
The match also highlights the growing reputations of coaches Vincent Kompany and Xabi Alonso, with Bayern's Max Eberl comparing them to Guardiola and Klopp in terms of their future impact on European football.