Bayern Munich has already informed Kim Min-jae (29, Munich) of their breakup.
Bayern Munich reclaimed the championship trophy in the 2024-2025 Bundesliga season. Munich overtook Bayer Leverkusen (19 wins, 12 draws, 3 losses) with a record of 25 wins, 7 draws, and 2 losses.
In difficult circumstances, Kim Min-jae showed his fighting spirit despite an Achilles injury that has persisted for 7 months this season. He recorded the second most playing time at Munich, and he was also the defender with the most minutes played. Kim Min-jae has significant equity in Munich's victory.
However, Kim Min-jae's future is uncertain. The Munich club's executives are already preparing without Kim Min-jae. Although Kim Min-jae expressed that he has "no reason to leave Munich" and wants to stay, the player's opinion is not being reflected.
Germany's Kicker noted on the 17th, "Munich is ahead of the acquisition of Bayer Leverkusen defender Jonathan Tah. Munich has identified Jonathan Tah as a leader in defense for next season and is considering Dayot Upamecano as his partner."
Jonathan Tah is the defender who led Bayer Leverkusen to an undefeated title last season. Although transfer rumors to Munich have been persistent, this time a transfer is very likely. If Jonathan Tah arrives, the prevailing belief is that he will take Kim Min-jae's position rather than being a partner.
In fact, Munich has no intention of keeping Kim Min-jae. "Bavarian Football Works" explained, "Munich has informed Kim Min-jae that he is free to leave the team this summer. However, this is before Daïo leaves for Monaco. Munich is expected to acquire Jonathan Tah. If this happens, the likelihood of Kim Min-jae transferring will increase. Kim Min-jae has not been able to showcase his brilliance at Munich."
Ultimately, if Munich secures the acquisition of Jonathan Tah, they are unlikely to retain Kim Min-jae. Kim Min-jae is also receiving transfer offers from several teams.
Germany's TZ reported, "Juventus and Inter Milan are competing to bring Bayern Munich center-back Kim Min-jae to Italy. Both clubs have already requested information on Kim Min-jae from Munich. Munich has also opened the door for negotiations to transfer Kim Min-jae this summer. Although there has been no progress yet, interest in Kim Min-jae is growing."
Kim Min-jae is already familiar with the stage in Italy, having experienced Serie A victory with Napoli in 2023. However, it is disappointing that despite winning, Kim Min-jae is not being treated well at Munich.
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