Kim Min-jae Expected to Transfer to Bayern Munich: Becoming a German Football Hero

Napoli Defender Kim Min-jae Set to Join Bayern Munich

By Park Jae-ho, Reporter | June 26, 2023 | 09:16

Napoli defender Kim Min-jae is on the verge of a transfer to Bayern Munich, cementing his status as a rising German football star and the successor to Franz Beckenbauer.

According to Italy’s ‘Area Napoli’, the club made a last-ditch effort to acquire Kim Min-jae but failed to outbid Munich, who offered superior conditions.

“Kim Min-jae has set his sights on Munich. The club enticed him to join the Bundesliga with an offer of €12 million annually, double his salary at Napoli,” a source revealed. Beckenbauer, a legendary Munich and German national team defender, has taken the 26-year-old under his wing.

Napoli, adhering to their salary cap philosophy, attempted to negotiate a contract extension with Kim Min-jae. However, their efforts proved futile. The departure of Kim Min-jae signifies Napoli’s inability to match the financial terms offered by other clubs. It is believed that Napoli’s proposed salary for Kim Min-jae was €6 million annually, significantly lower than the Munich offer.

This season, Kim Min-jae showcased his exceptional talent at Napoli, seamlessly adapting to the team after joining from Fenerbahce. Throughout the season, he delivered outstanding performances, featuring in 35 league games. His defensive metrics were impressive, with a 91% pass accuracy, 122 clearances, 55 attempted tackles, and 41 interceptions. Notably, Kim Min-jae contributed to the team’s attack, scoring two goals and providing two assists. Napoli clinched their first Serie A title in 33 years, largely due to his strong defensive contributions. Moreover, he made history by becoming the first Asian player to be named the league’s ‘Defender of the Year’ and earning a place in the ‘Team of the Year’.

With numerous top clubs vying for his signature, Kim Min-jae’s ascension to becoming a world-class defender has attracted attention from Manchester United, Manchester City, and Newcastle. However, current indications suggest that Munich holds the upper hand. Florian Plettenberg of Germany’s ‘Sky Sports’ reported that negotiations between Munich and Kim Min-jae have reached an advanced stage, with discussions centered around finalizing the details. The upcoming contract is expected to run until 2028, offering an annual salary of up to €12 million. The transfer fee for Kim Min-jae is rumored to be €50 million. Despite reported attempts by Manchester City to disrupt the deal, Munich remains in a favorable position.

Gaetano Fedele, agent for the Cannavaro brothers, shared his thoughts on replacing Kim Min-jae, highlighting the daunting task at hand. Fedele, who represents Italian defensive legends Fabio Cannavaro and Paolo Cannavaro, expressed concern over finding a suitable replacement, stating, “It will be very challenging to fill the void left by Kim Min-jae. Personally, I favor Giorgio Scalvini from Atlanta. However, I’m uncertain whether he can match Kim Min-jae’s effectiveness, as he sets the standard. Replacing the striker Hvica Kvarachhelia might prove less troublesome.”

Meanwhile, Kim Min-jae is currently undergoing basic military training as part of his compulsory service. After completing three weeks of training, he is expected to leave in early July, coinciding with the opening of the European transfer window. Fans eagerly anticipate Kim Min-jae’s arrival at Munich and the new chapter in his career.

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Reporter Park Jae-ho | 2023.06.26 09:16

Napoli defender Kim Min-jae. /AFPBBNews=News1 Franz Beckenbauer. /AFPBBNews=News1 Kim Min-jae (26), who is likely to transfer to Bayern Munich, is already considered a German football hero and the defender of Franz Beckenbauer (77) from Munich.

Italy’s ‘Area Napoli’ reported on the 25th (Korea time), “Napoli made a last attempt to capture Kim Min-jae, but failed. It was impossible to compete with Munich, which offered better conditions.”

“Kim Min-jae’s heart really went to Munich. Munich persuaded Kim Min-jae to go to the Bundesliga with 12 million euros (about 17.1 billion won), twice the annual salary that Kim Min-jae received in Napoli . “He is seen as such,” he said. Beckenbauer is a legendary defender who played for Munich and the German national team. Until 1977, he played in Munich for 20 years and won several championships.

The late Pele (left) and Franz Beckenbauer. /AFPBBNews=News1 Kim Min-jae. /AFPBBNews=News 1 Game Kim Min-jae. /AFPBBNews=News 1 ‘Area Napoli’ said, “Napoli had no choice but to watch. In accordance with the club’s philosophy of the annual salary cap, they offered Kim Min-jae to renew the contract, but the attempt was unsuccessful last. Kim Min-jae left Napoli,” he said. If you put off the part that ‘Napoli has kept the club’s philosophy’, it seems that Napoli’s suggested annual salary for Kim Min-jae is up to 6 million euros (about 8.5 billion won) . It is an interpretation that Kim Min-jae, who has a deep affection for Napoli, would have had a hard time staying with a relatively low salary.

This season, Kim Min-jae performed his best in Napoli. He joined Napoli from Fenerbahce just before the season, but didn’t even need an adjustment period. From the beginning of the season to the end, he continued his best performance. He played in 35 league games and was high in almost every defensive metric, including a 91% pass accuracy, 122 kicks, 55 tackle attempts, and 41 interceptions. Although he was a central defender, he took part in the attack from time to time and scored two goals and two assists. Napoli won Serie A for the first time in 33 years based on Kim Min-jae’s strong defense. Kim Min-jae also made history by being the first Asian player to be selected as the league’s ‘Defender of the Year’ and ‘Team of the Year’.

Kim Min-jae (right) rejoices with his teammates in Naples. /AFPBBNews=News1 Kim Min-jae (left) defends Romelu Lukaku. /AFPBBNews=News 1 Love calls from big clubs continued as if it were natural for Kim Min-jae, who was reborn as a ‘first class’ defender. Manchester United, Manchester City, and Newcastle have shown interest, but for now, Munich is the most influential atmosphere. Florian Plettenberg of Germany’s ‘Sky Sports’, who continues to give news about Kim Min-jae’s transfer, said, “Munich and Kim Min-jae have already negotiated and are in the process of discussing the final details. The contract period is until 2028 and the annual salary is up to 12 million euros (about 17.1 billion),” he said. The purchase is said to reach 50 million euros (about 71.2 billion won). There are reports that Manchester City will try to ‘hijack’ in the summer transfer market, but it will not be easy as Munich is already in a favorable position in the negotiations.

According to ‘Areanapoli’ that day, Gaetano Fedele, who was the agent of the Cannavaro brothers, revealed his thoughts about replacing Kim Min-jae, drawing attention. Fedele is the agent of legendary Italian defender Fabio Cannavaro and his brother Paolo Cannavaro.

Kim Min-jae (left) training with the Napoli team. /AFPBBNews=News 1 Kim Min-jae (centre) breaks through the dribble. /AFPBBNews=News 1 He said, “If you think about how to replace Kim Min-jae, it’s very complicated. My personal favorite player is Giorgio Scalvini (Atlanta). But I’m worried. I’m not know if he will do that. be as effective as Min-jae Kim. Because he is a standard “I think it will be easier to replace the striker Hvica Kvarachhelia than Kim Min-jae,” he said, disappointed.

Meanwhile, Kim Min-jae is currently in the midst of basic military training as a ‘trainee’. Kim Min-jae, who enlisted on the 15th, is scheduled to leave in early July after completing three weeks of training. The European transfer window, which starts in July, is just around the corner. Fans are increasingly interested in and expect Kim Min-jae to wear the Munich outfit.

Kim Min-jae greets fans at Incheon International Airport on the 6th. /Photo = News

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