Just a few days ago, the name Min-jae Kim was probably not known to many FC Bayern fans. However, after transfer rumors that are rapidly gaining momentum, the impending commitment of the central defender from Naples could possibly go very quickly.
What could be nicer than saying goodbye to a club with the championship? Min-jae Kim may have thought so too, who could leave SSC Napoli after just one season and with the series title in his pocket. The central defender, who only moved from Fenerbahce to Italy in July 2022, has recently been closely associated with FC Bayern. The rumors about Munich and Kim recently picked up speed.
According to consistent media reports, Munich have identified the defender, known in his native South Korea as “The Monster” due to his robust style of play, as the perfect replacement for Lucas Hernández and/or Benjamin Pavard, who are willing to emigrate.
According to “Sport1”, the technically experienced 26-year-old was even a topic on Säbener Straße when the now dismissed sports director Hasan Salihamidzic was still in office. The new head coach Thomas Tuchel is also impressed by Kim, it is said.
In addition to Bayern, Manchester United is said to have put out feelers for the 1.90 meter man. But if you believe the latest information from transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, then the Red Devils have no chance of signing.
Because FC Bayern is apparently in serious talks with Kim. Those responsible in Munich are said to have introduced the 26-year-old to his role in the future project. An agreement is very close.
Kim himself – who was recently said to prefer a transfer to the Premier League – is said to suddenly find a move to the German record champions “tempting” as negotiations progress. “Sky” also reports that the FCB bosses are working towards a quick verbal agreement. Accordingly, the people of Munich like the profile and the mentality of the central defender.
FC Bayern already agree with Kim on salary issues?
In short: there are currently many indications of a transfer to the Bundesliga series champion. In order to get Kim out of Naples, however, the Bayern managers have to activate the exit clause in the South Korean’s contract. Depending on the media report, this is in the range of 45 to 70 million euros and can apparently be used from July.
No matter how much Kim costs in the end: According to “footmercato”, the sum is “no problem” for FC Bayern.
It is also said that a net salary of ten million euros per year has already been agreed with what is probably the best defender in Asia (corresponds to 14.5 million euros gross at a top tax rate of 45 percent). The sticking point is said to be the sum that Kim’s advisor is to receive for his services.
According to “Sky”, after the current international phase, negotiations are expected to be completed and a transfer to be expected.