While Kim Min-jae (26, Naples) is known to be very likely to join Manchester United, local reports came out that Bayern Munich, the most prestigious club in the German Bundesliga, participated in the match for Kim Min-jae.토토사이트
French media Foot Mercato said on the morning of the 15th (Korean time), “Bayern Munich has selected Min-jae Kim as a replacement for Lucas Hernandez (27, France), who is currently playing for the team (Le Bayern Munich cible Kim Min-jae pour remplacer Lucas Hernandez. )” was reported.
Reporter Santi Auna, who wrote the article, said, “Kim Min-jae is a defender who is being strongly courted by (the original team) Napoli. He is receiving a lot of attention from many clubs in Europe. Among them, Bayern Munich has been added to this list.” added.
Santi Auna also said on the morning of the same day through SNS (social network service), “Kim Min-jae is on the list of Bayern Munich.” Last week, Bayern Munich and Min-jae Kim met and talked (Talks took place in the last weeks). The imagination of Kim Min-jae joining Munich may come true (Understand he can really imagine to join them).”
Santi Auna continued: “The first talks (between Bayern Munich and Minjae Kim) were very positive. I gave the first offer to Minjae Kim’s agent. a first proposal was made to the agent. Discussions will continue)”.
◆ Kim Min-jae, who was most strongly connected with Manchester United, participates in Bayern Munich’s ‘Will there be a big turnaround like Lee Kang-in’?
In fact, the team with which Kim Min-jae was most strongly linked was Manchester United, a prestigious club in the English Premier League (EPL). However, if the report by Foot Mercato is true, there is no law that says that a great turnaround should not occur like Lee Kang-in (22, Real Mallorca). Initially, Lee Kang-in also had the strongest connection with Atletico Madrid (ATM), which is considered the third captain of the Spanish Primera Liga. However, according to local European media recently, it is known that Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) actively participated in the war to recruit Lee Kang-in. As if riding a rapid current, local reports poured in quickly. Although an official announcement has not yet been made by the club, it is now in an atmosphere that is hardened by entering Paris Saint-Germain. If the final transfer is completed, it is worthy of being called a dramatic turnaround. In fact, no one knows the European transfer market until the contract is stamped. Sometimes, at the stage right before the contract, other clubs attempt hijacking (intercepting a player in the middle of negotiations with another club) and rapid progress occurs. Also, in reality, there is an aspect where better conditions can be presented by talking to and contacting various clubs.
Foot Mercato said of Kim Min-jae, “He has a contract with Napoli until 2025, but he is receiving a lot of love calls from clubs that are much more financially wealthy than Napoli. In fact, he is interested in Newcastle, Chelsea and Manchester United. It was also reported exclusively that he was receiving it. It has already been confirmed that Manchester United are ready to pay a ransom equivalent to that of a striker.”
However, a move to Manchester United has not yet been confirmed. Foot Mercato believes that Bayern Munich defender Lucas Hernandez could leave for Paris Saint-Germain. The media said, “It is known that Luca Hernandez has expressed his will to leave Bayern Munich to join Paris Saint-Germain. Currently, Luca Hernandez’s transfer fee is estimated at 60 million euros (approximately 83 billion won in Korean currency).” If he leaves, Munich must find a defender to replace him. Munich is already ready to pay Kim Min-jae an annual salary of 10 million euros (approximately 13.8 billion won).” However, he left room, saying, “Kim Min-jae’s side is still prioritizing entry into the Premier League.”
Not only German media, but also Italian media Tuto Mercato Webb covered the news of Kim Min-jae’s contact with Munich. On the 15th, Tuto Mercato Webb cited foot Mercato, “Kim Min-jae can be an ideal replacement for Luca Hernandez. Manchester United have been interested in it for a long time, but Munich also has a buyout amount of 50 million euros (about 69.1 billion won). has the ability to pay for it.”
Fabrizio Romano, who boasts the best public confidence in the European transfer market, also said on the 15th, “It is true that Manchester United is still competing for Kim Min-jae. However, despite many reports, nothing has been decided ((Manchester United remain in the race) for Kim Min-jae but nothing has been agreed. Nothing is done despite many reports)” and “Bayern Munich are showing interest in Kim Min-jae as one of the options for a new center back” through social media.
The World’s Best 11 by Score90. Minjae Kim (circled in red) was included. /Photo = Score90 SNS
It is no wonder why he is receiving such interest from the world’s leading clubs. Kim Min-jae left Fenerbahce, a prestigious Turkish club, to join Napoli ahead of the 2022-23 season. As soon as he transferred, Kim Min-jae leaped into Napoli’s main central defender at once. He played in 35 league games and played solid defense like an iron wall. He continued his impressive performance in every game, not being pushed back in his header ability, focus, and physical fight to compete for the ball in the air. Based on the defense centered on Kim Min-jae, Napoli eventually tasted the thrill of winning the league 33 years after the 1989-1990 season when Diego Maradona played an active part. The Italian Serie A Secretariat awarded Kim Min-jae the 2022-2023 League Best Defender Award. In addition, many European soccer media outlets, such as Globe Soccer and Score 90, included Kim Min-jae’s name in the World’s Best 11. From the first year he joined, he was honored to be selected as the best defender along with the championship of his team.
Big clubs in Europe started paying attention to Kim Min-jae’s big success. The most active team among them was Manchester United. At the end of the 2022-23 season, there was even a local report that the transfer to Manchester United had been confirmed recently. On the 13th, British media The Sun said, “Kim Min-jae will join Manchester United on July 1. This is Manchester United’s first signing in the transfer market this summer,” and even revealed a specific salary. The media said, “Kim Min-jae’s annual salary is 9 million pounds (approximately 14.5 billion won).” “Kim Min-jae accepted this condition. Manager Eric ten Hag started recruiting Kim Min-jae to strengthen the team’s defense. Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain We had a scramble with Newcastle. In the end, the ultimate winner of this scout war is Manchester United.”
◆ The transfer market to be held on July 1st, the war to recruit Kim Min-jae has already reached its climax… Where is the final destination?
Manchester United had a hard time building a top defense during the 2022-23 season due to injuries to central defenders Rafael Varane and Lisandro Martinez. In addition, Harry Maguire, Victor Lindelof, Eric Bailly and Axel Tuanzebe are preparing to transfer. Phil Jones has left the club where he played for 13 years to say goodbye. The Sun also said, “After Manchester United recruits Kim Min-jae, they will start signing Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount.” It is interpreted as showing a willingness to continue investing with the recruitment of Kim Min-jae.
Italian media Ilmatino also said, “Kim Min-jae is at the stage right before his transfer to Manchester United. All basic negotiations have been completed.” “Napoli already expects Kim Min-jae to leave the team. We have agreed. The buyout is 50 million euros, but it may change.” Sky Sports also said, “Manchester United clearly conveyed their intention to recruit Kim Min-jae.” Judging from many local reports, it seems clear that Manchester United have the strongest interest in Kim Min-jae.
After successfully completing the 2022-23 season, Kim Min-jae recently returned from Naples, Italy, and is staying in Korea to rest. Kim Min-jae, who entered the country through Incheon International Airport on the 6th with a league championship medal and the best defender trophy, was even happy to say that he had achieved all his goals. If Kim Min-jae, who has achieved his goal in Italy, now seeks a new challenge, he can eventually choose to transfer to a big club on a bigger stage. Manchester United and Bayern Munich can be said to be the best big clubs representing England and Germany, which are confirmed to advance to the European Football Federation (UEFA) next season. Manchester United finished third in the league with 23 wins, 6 draws and 9 losses (75 points). Bayern Munich enjoyed a dramatic victory in the final match of the league with 21 wins, 8 draws and 5 losses (71 points). Kim Min-jae is scheduled to enter the training center for basic military training on the 19th. The European transfer window opens on July 1, local time. Will Kim Min-jae’s final destination be Manchester United? Or will he hit the ground wearing a Bayern Munich uniform?