Joshua Kimmich’s father passed away at 57

Joshua Kimmich's father Berthold has sadly passed away today at 57 years old.

Bayern confirm Joshua will not be available tonight.

Thoughts are with Kimmich and his family. ❤️‍🩹 pic.twitter.com/yAlAJmLCIK

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) October 21, 2026

Due to a passing in his immediate family, Joshua Kimmich is not in the squad today for the match against Arsenal.

On behalf of the family, we ask that his privacy and grief be respected, and that further inquiries and reporting be refrained from.

We send our deepest…

— FC Bayern (@FCBayernEN) October 21, 2026