Kim Min-jae (29, Munich) is set to become the successor of the world's best center-back.
The British outlet "OneFootball" reported on the 24th that "Liverpool, whose defensive line is uncertain, sees Kim Min-jae as a strong candidate for reinforcement. His statement that he prefers to move to the Premier League increases the possibility of a transfer."
Liverpool won the Premier League championship last season. However, the defensive line is in need of a generational change. The media noted, "Virgil van Dijk is still a pillar of the defense, but he has limitations. The 34-year-old van Dijk now needs to manage his playing time. Konaté is in the final season of his contract and is prone to injuries. Quansah has shown potential, but he wasn't at his best."
Ultimately, it is necessary to strengthen the defensive line, which is why Kim Min-jae is needed. His market value has dropped to €35 million (approximately 55.2 billion won). This is a change that could alter the landscape. Kim Min-jae is the number one priority for Liverpool to reinforce their defense without financial burden.
This is the reason why Liverpool wanted Kim Min-jae first. "OneFootball" stated, "Liverpool does not react impulsively. They have respected Kim Min-jae since his time when he won with Napoli. His predictive ability, passing skills, and presence made him one of the best defenders in Europe."
In addition to Liverpool, other Premier League teams such as Manchester United and Newcastle are also targeting Kim Min-jae. A defender could emerge as the first to play at a big club in Korean football.
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