PSG Talk reported on the 12th (Korea time) that "PSG is pushing to strengthen its center-back position this summer, and Kim Min-jae is on the list of acquisition candidates."

It added, "Several teams are showing interest in acquiring Kim Min-jae, so PSG is likely to face stiff competition."

The rumors around Kim Min-jae's transfer intensified at the end of the season. Now in his second year at Bayern Munich, he has been a starting player from the outset but suffered from overwork amid injury woes. With Alphonso Davies, Dayot Upamecano, and Hiroki Ito all injured, Kim Min-jae, who had relatively minor injuries, continued to play every match. Eventually, pain in his Achilles tendon worsened to Achilles tendinitis by the end of the season, leading to a decline in performance.

However, Bayern Munich gave Kim Min-jae a cold assessment. Despite his struggle with injuries, criticism persisted that his performance did not meet expectations for his valuation, and the club ultimately decided to consider selling him if suitable offers come in.

The possibility of transfer is gradually solidifying as a given in Germany. Florian Plettenberg of Sky Sports Germany reported, "Bayern Munich is considering the sale of Kim Min-jae and recognizes the interest from several clubs. They are prepared to allow a transfer if a reasonable offer comes in."

In the meantime, PSG is beginning to take action. Loïc Tanji of L'Équipe reported, "Kim Min-jae has emerged as a candidate for PSG’s defensive reinforcement. While he is not the top target yet, he is being seriously considered as a second option."

Within PSG, the atmosphere around Kim Min-jae's position is gradually becoming more prominent. Foot Mercato reported, "PSG is looking to strengthen its right center-back position, and Kim Min-jae is emerging as a crucial option." The uncertainty surrounding Marquinhos' future is also accelerating PSG's efforts to bolster its defense.

However, the involvement of Saudi Arabian capital has complicated the transfer market further. Foot Mercato's Santi Aouna reported, "Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr is actively pursuing the acquisition of Kim Min-jae, and negotiations have progressed significantly. Kim Min-jae is also showing a positive response. This could be a crucial turning point in his career." Al Nassr is making aggressive offers backed by oil money, emerging as an attractive option for Kim Min-jae in both performance and financial compensation.

Changes are also being detected in Kim Min-jae's transfer fee. Curt Offside reported, "Bayern Munich is said to have lowered Kim Min-jae's transfer fee from the previous €50 million (approximately 78.5 billion won) to around €35 million (approximately 55 billion won)."

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