Interest from the Premier League in Kim Min-jae (Bayern Munich) is growing again. It was reported that Chelsea is keeping an eye on Kim Min-jae as a central defensive reinforcement ahead of the upcoming summer transfer window.
CF Bayern Insider reported on the 14th (Korean time) that Chelsea is considering the possibility of signing Kim Min-jae to strengthen its defense. The outlet explained that a recent cooperative relationship between the two clubs has been formed, leaving room for further negotiations in the future.
Christian Falk of Germany's Bild conveyed the situation surrounding Kim Min-jae in detail in an interview with CF Bayern Insider.
Falk said, "Inter Milan and AC Milan have shown interest in Kim Min-jae, and Chelsea has already attempted contact," adding, "but Munich is satisfied with the current situation."
He went on to say, "If an offer of about 30 million to 40 million euros (51.3 billion to 68.4 billion won) comes in, they could start talks, but there is no official offer yet," and explained, "Kim Min-jae also has no intention of asking the club leadership to move. The current situation is relatively quiet, but it is true that several clubs are showing interest."
The assessment of Kim Min-jae's current role continued. Falk evaluated, "Kim Min-jae is doing a very good job as a backup defender behind Jonathan Tah and Dayot Upamecano."
Chelsea is reported to have monitored Kim Min-jae in previous transfer windows as well. British outlet Tribal Football reported that in January, as Chelsea pursued central defensive reinforcements, they considered Kim Min-jae as an alternative.
At that time, when Chelsea's negotiations to sign a defender were delayed, it is reported they contacted Kim Min-jae's camp to probe the possibility of a signing.
Chelsea currently has numerous central defensive resources including Levi Colwill, Wesley Fofana, Trevo Chalobah, Tosin Adarabioyo, Benoît Badiashile, Josh Achaempong, Jorell Hato, and Axel Disasi. However, the potential departure of some players and frequent injury issues have raised the need for additional reinforcement.
In this situation, Kim Min-jae, who has consistently shown competitiveness on the European stage, is being mentioned as one of Chelsea's recruitment candidates.
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