Bayern exit in winter? What the bosses think about Minjae Kim | OneFootball

Minjae Kim is currently in a difficult situation at FC Bayern. The central defender has fallen behind in sporting terms – now there is renewed speculation about his future. However, the officials in Munich have a clear opinion about the South Korean.

Although Kim is currently getting hardly any playing time, an early departure in winter is not an issue at Säbener Straße for the time being, according to BILD. Kim still feels comfortable in Munich. According to the report, the club also appreciates his attitude and professionalism when he does play. He is physically in better shape again and is working on recommending himself for the starting lineup. A transfer in January is therefore considered highly unlikely.

Previously, it was reported that interested clubs from Italy probably cannot afford the central defender. Both Juventus Turin and AC Milan are said to have shown interest in Kim. The 28-year-old won the championship with SSC Napoli in 2023 and continues to enjoy a strong reputation in Serie A. However, Kim's salary is around nine million euros net per year – a sum that even the top clubs in Serie A can hardly manage.

Kim wants to fight for his place

In the internal hierarchy at Munich, the duo Upamecano and Tah have currently secured their spots. Kim has only played 326 minutes this season and remains sidelined under Vincent Kompany for the time being. However, the South Korean is still under contract until 2028 and is still considered an important squad option – especially since the central defense is not abundantly staffed.

Despite his role as a reserve, Kim remains ambitious and convinced that he can succeed in the competition. Even under difficult conditions, he shows commitment and discipline according to BILD – qualities that are appreciated internally.

An additional motivation is the 2026 World Cup, for which Kim is firmly planned in the South Korean national team – regular playing time is crucial for this. He has not lost sight of his goal to assert himself at the highest European level. Last summer, there were numerous rumors about a departure, but even then Kim decided to fight for his place in Munich.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇩🇪 here.