Joshua Kimmich to Leave Nike After Ten Years? Germany Captain Wears Badly Blacked-Out Boots
- Kimmich's Contract Dispute: Joshua Kimmich is painting over the Nike logos on his boots due to stalled contract extension negotiations.
- Impending Nike Departure: Kimmich's actions suggest he is likely leaving Nike after a 10-year partnership.
- Nike's Cost-Cutting: Nike's cost-cutting measures are a factor in Kimmich's potential departure, as part of larger financial moves within the company.
Update: German footballer Joshua Kimmich is still painting his soccer boots black, hiding the Nike swoosh, in response to stalled contract extension negotiations with the supplier. His blacked-out boots look defaced, with the regular colors emerging under the bad blackouts.
Kimmich wore Adidas before signing with Nike in 2015. Kimmich's poorly blacked-out shoes have already become a topic of conversation in the German national team, as his teammates have highlighted his poor blackout result.
August 2024: Joshua Kimmich to Leave Nike After 10 Years?
Nike's staff purge shows no signs of stopping. Recently, Joshua Kimmich was found to have painted the upper of his Nike Mercurial Vapor 15 shoes black, implicitly confirming that he will be leaving Nike after 10 years.
Joshua Kimmich to Leave Nike
During a recent training session with Bayern München, Kimmich painted the upper of his Nike Mercurial Vapor 15 'Mad Ready' boots black. The move is intended to signal that Kimmich is in the process of parting ways with Nike and may be looking for a new sponsor.
Kimmich has been with Nike since 2015. After almost 10 years, Kimmich is likely to leave Nike as part of the Nike's cost-cutting drive.
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Boca Juniors 26-27 Shirt + Shorts, Socks & Pre-Match Jersey Leaked
We can leak the full look at the Boca Juniors 2026-27 home kit - it is completed by shorts and socks that match the stripe design of the kit.
SV Austria Salzburg 26-27 Home Kit Released
The new SV Austria Salzburg home kit for the 26-27 season has been officially released today. Made by Capelli, the new shirt will be worn by the club in the Austrian 2. Liga.
The Capelli SV Austria Salzburg 2026-27 home jersey features a bespoke design in the club's traditional colors. It incorporates two different tones of violet and is highlighted by a custom graphic showcasing the Hohensalzburg fortress and the towers of the old town, representing the team's local identity and heritage.
The Capelli SV Austria Salzburg 2026-27 home football shirt is available to purchase immediately through the club's official fanshop, retailing at a price of 69 Euro.
Glentoran 26-27 Home Kit Released
Glentoran and Macron have launched the club's new 2026-27 home kit for the upcoming NIFL Premiership campaign. The design pays homage to the classic 1992-93 shirt worn during their memorable European Cup tie against Marseille, featuring a green body with red sleeves and shoulder panels separated by black trim.
Giving the shirt a distinct early 1990s retro feel, a red fold-over collar is included with black striping and a black V-shaped insert at the front. A tonal graphic pattern runs across both the green and red sections, adding texture to the Macron Eco Fabric. The Macron Hero logo appears in white on the chest and sleeves, sitting opposite the stitched Glentoran crest and its accompanying gold star.
Additional details include the club motto Le Jeu Avant Tout embroidered in white on the back of the collar, and Glentoran FC Est 1882 printed inside the lower hem. Featuring Bet McLean as the main sponsor, the new Glentoran 2026-27 home shirt is completed with matching white shorts and green socks.
Grimsby Town Announces Lotto Kit Deal
Grimsby Town Football Club has officially announced a multi-year partnership with Italian sportswear brand Lotto Sport, who will become the club's official kit supplier starting from the 2026-27 season. Lotto replaces Umbro, whose kits were supplied to the club in collaboration with Kitlocker.
The announcement has been met with a positive reaction from fans, many of whom fondly remember the club's previous stint with Lotto kits in the late 1990s.
While no official images of the new 2026-27 kits have been released yet, supporters are eagerly anticipating the unveiling of the new designs.
Too Basic? Northampton Town 26-27 Away Kit Released
The new Northampton Town 2026-27 away kit was officially launched today, introducing a clean and simple design by Puma. Featuring a classic white and claret colorway, the shirt has drawn mixed reactions from the fanbase, with some praising its timeless simplicity while others feel the look is a bit too basic. The new Puma Northampton Town 2026-27 away kit is available to purchase online and in the club store.
Stade de Reims 26-27 Home Kit Released
French Ligue 2 side Stade de Reims has officially unveiled its new Puma home kit for the 2026-27 season. Launched under the slogan "Toujours le même. Pour toujours le nôtre," the shirt features a simple and traditional red and white design that stays true to the club's heritage. The classic red body is complemented by white sleeves and details, offering a clean and familiar look for the team's upcoming campaign.