Min-jae Kim has been closely associated with a transfer to FC Bayern for several days. Now the central defender from SSC Napoli has sent a clear change signal.
Sometimes in football it’s the little things that make the difference. And so it’s just a small change that Min-jae Kim or his management recently made, but it can have a big impact.
As “Bild” observed, the defender from SSC Napoli, who was heavily courted by FC Bayern, removed his current employer from his profile on Instagram.
Until recently, Kim said “Napoli player” there, but now there is no trace of it. Instead, only the profile of his wife Ahn is linked. A clear indication that the hotly courted central defender, who is considered the best in his class in Asia, is being drawn away from the Italian metropolis. Possibly to Germany to FC Bayern.
As “Sky” previously reported, the change to the German record champions could take place “in the next few days”.
FC Bayern is looking for central defenders
According to the TV broadcaster, the people of Munich and the player are in intensive talks. In Munich, the South Korean, who is currently doing his military service, is said to be able to sign until 2028 and collect an annual salary of ten to twelve million euros.
It is no coincidence that the Bayern managers are targeting Kim. After all, Lucas Hernández and Benjamin Pavard probably want to leave the club early.
Kim, nicknamed the “monster” for his height of 1m90 and robust demeanor during matches at home, has been allowed to leave Napoli early thanks to a clause in his contract. According to media reports, FC Bayern would have to transfer between 45 and 55 million euros to the Italian champions for the 26-year-old’s services.
When the transfer is done, Kim could adjust his Instagram profile again and enter “FC Bayern player”.