Kim Min-jae Receives High Praise from Bayern Munich Coach Thomas Tuchel
August 23, 2023
In an interview with Germany’s ‘Bavaria Football’, it was revealed that Bayern Munich coach Thomas Tuchel holds a high regard for defender Kim Min-jae. Tuchel described Min-jae, along with Matthijs de Ligt and Dayot Upamecano, as an excellent trio of centre-backs. However, due to the team’s 4-2-3-1 formation, only two players can start, making the decision challenging for Tuchel.
So far this season, Munich has played two official matches. In their game against Leipzig, Kim Min-jae made his official debut, coming on as a substitute in the second half and playing alongside Upamecano until the end of the game. In their match against Breder Bremen, Min-jae started alongside Upamecano but was replaced by De Ligt in the 23rd minute of the second half. Including these games, Upamecano has played the most with 180 minutes, followed by Kim Min-jae with 113 minutes, and De Ligt with 67 minutes.
Tuchel expressed satisfaction with the current condition of Upamecano, stating that he has performed well throughout the pre-season. He also mentioned that De Ligt has fully recovered from his injury. Tuchel emphasized the importance of finding a solid defensive composition.
Furthermore, Tuchel spoke highly of Kim Min-jae’s performance and potential, stating, “Our centre-backs are displaying an exceptional level of play. Kim Min-jae has the qualities to become a true leader on the field. He is diligently learning German every day, and his style of play aligns with our domination-based approach.”
It is evident that Tuchel has a strong bond with Kim Min-jae. When they first met at the Tegernsee training ground in Munich, Tuchel warmly embraced Min-jae, expressing his happiness and assuring him that he will thrive in Munich. Tuchel praised Min-jae’s previous season at Napoli and expressed delight in signing him. He also mentioned that Munich is the perfect place for Kim Min-jae, especially following Luca Hernandez’s move to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).
The coach further commended Kim Min-jae’s personality, describing him as calm and humble. He highlighted Min-jae’s agility and bravery in defense and praised his willingness to provide support.
Munich’s upcoming game against Augsburg on the 28th has sparked interest in the midfield selection. There is a high likelihood that Kim Min-jae, who has gained Tuchel’s trust, will start for the second consecutive game.
Source:
‘Bavaria Football’ (www.bavariafootball.com)
Reporter Park Jae-ho | 2023.08.23 22:41
Director Tumas Tuhell (left) and Kim Min-jae. /AFPBBNews=News Director1 Thomas Tuchel. /AFPBBNews=News 1 Bayern Munich defender, Kim Min-jae. /AFPBBNews=News1 Kim Min-jae (26) receives a lot of trust and love from director Thomas Tuchel (49).
Germany’s ‘Bavaria Football’ said on the 23rd (Korea time), “Munich coach Thomas Tuchel has a trio of excellent centre-backs, including Kim Min-jae, Mataas de Ligt and Dayot Upamecano.” “However, in his 4-2-3-1 formation, unfortunately, only two players can start. This can be complicated depending on which position Tuchel wants.”
Munich plays two official matches this season. Starting with Leipzig and the Super Cup, Breder Bremen played the opening game of the Bundesliga in the 2023-2024 season. Kim Min-jae was substituted at the start of the second half against Leipzig, which was his official debut in Munich, and played with Upamecano until the end of the game. Then, in the match against Bremen, he started and worked with Ubamecano, and was replaced by De Ligt in the 23rd minute of the second half. Looking at the playing time so far, Upamecano has the most with 180 minutes, Kim Min-jae has 113 minutes, and De Ligt has 67 minutes.
Dayot Upamekino. /AFPBBNews=News1Mathais de Ligt. /AFPBBNews=News1 According to ‘Bavarian Football’, coach Tuchel said, “Upamecano is in good condition to the extent that he can play throughout pre-season. And De Ligt has recovered from his injury.” I’m looking for a composition that I want to be solid.”
At the same time, he showed a lot of trust in Kim Min-jae. Coach Tuchel said, “Our centre-backs are showing a very high level of play.” “Kim Min-jae is likely to become a real leader. He learns new German sentences every day. We follow a style that dominates the game, so we have the necessary qualities, ” he praised.
Minjae Kim. /AFPBBNews=News1 Kim Min-jae (left) and director Toomas Tuhell met for the first time. /Photo = Bayern Munich’s official SNS video capture. This is not the first time that director Tuhell has shown trust and love to Kim Min-jae. As soon as coach Tuchel saw Min-jae Kim at the Tegernsee training ground in Munich last month, he hugged him fiercely and said, “It’s so nice to meet you. I’m very happy.” He smiled and said, “You will do well and you will love this place. I can promise you.” Kim Min-jae was a little shy about coach Tuchel’s affection, but he held Tuchel’s hand firmly and promised to play an active role in the future.
In addition, when Min-jae Kim joined Munich last month, coach Tuchel said, “Min-jae Kim had an amazing season in Napoli. He is tall, fast and reliable. I communicated with him through video calls several times. The best. We are delighted to have signed a contract with the player.” He praised, “I am satisfied that Kim Min-jae, who had many teams to choose from, came to Munich. It’s the perfect place for Luca Hernandez, who moved to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).”
Minjae Kim. /AFPBBNews=News1 Kim Min-jae. /AFPBBNews=News1 Coach Tuchel said in an interview with the Bundesliga Secretariat on the 17th, “I like Min-jae Kim. His personality is calm and simple.” “The defense is fast and brave. I’m always looking over my shoulder to help,” he said. I was impressed,” he said.
Munich will play Augsburg in the third round of the Bundesliga on the 28th. Attention is focused on which midfield trio Munich will play. There is a high possibility that Kim Min-jae, who is trusted by coach Tuchel, will start for two games in a row.
Minjae Kim. /AFPBBNews=News1 Kim Min-jae. /AFPBBNews=News1
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