Kim Min-jae - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Back in full team training Kim (thigh) rejoined Bayern Munich's team training session Monday after being substituted in Saturday's friendly with a left thigh issue, the club announced.

Impact Kim's discomfort does not appear to be holding him back on the training pitch, as the South Korean center back was able to work alongside his teammates to start the week. There is no indication at this stage that the issue will keep him out of contention going forward. Kim is expected to continue in full training without restriction as Bayern move forward in their preparations.

AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up thigh issue Kim was forced off in the 69th minute of Saturday's friendly against RB Leipzig with a problem affecting his left thigh.

Impact Kim suffered a left thigh problem during Saturday's friendly against RB Leipzig and was forced off in the 69th minute, with Hiroki Ito replacing him. He will likely undergo further testing to determine the severity of the issue, with more information needed before his availability for the start of the season can be assessed. The injury should not immediately alter Bayern's plans for Kim, who is expected to provide depth behind Jonathan Tah and Dayot Upamecano, although the club will hope the issue does not sideline him for an extended period and deprive them of a valuable backup option.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Fizzles out after strong start Kim logged one shot on goal and a chance created across 66 minutes during the Korea Republic's 1-0 loss Wednesday against South Africa.

Impact For the first minutes, Kim was arguably Korea's best player. From a corner, he headed its first shot on goal, blocked by Aubrey Modiba. Kim also stopped the opposing team's first counter-attack by blocking a shot from Relebohile Mofokeng. But defensively, the Korean center-back did not do much, his lone stat being a clearance. Kim notably fell behind South Africa's game-changing counterattack, which indicates why Park Jin-Seob replaced the former minutes after RSA scored. For a redemptive opportunity, he must wait for other results out of the Koreans' control. During their group-stage games, Kim logged six clearances, two interceptions and one block.

JUNE 24 • ROTOWIRE

Multiple tackles won and clearances Kim logged two tackles (two won) and two clearances during Korea Republic's 1-0 loss Thursday at Mexico.

Impact Korea Republic frequently attempted to create offense from the back, which meant Kim achieved more passing Thursday than during his last appearance, when he created two chances. But like most of the Korean team, Kim was offensively stifled, as indicated by his zero creations Thursday. Considering that Kim recorded two interceptions and no tackles against the Czech Republic, his latest log means he flipped both categories' tallies at Mexico. For a second consecutive appearance, Kim registered multiple clearances, five between Korea's group-stage games.

JUNE 18 • ROTOWIRE

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Solid in center of defense Kim logged one tackle (zero won), two clearances and two interceptions in Thursday's 2-1 win against the Czech Republic.

Impact Known as the Reds' most recognizable and experienced defender in this World Cup, Kim has been instructed to command their defensive line, which included Lee Han-Beom and Lee Gi-Hyuk on his sides as part of a trio. Despite second-half struggles, Kim and the two survived a latter-half Czech offensive that featured three shots on target. And alongside Lee Jae-Sung, Kim was among two Koreans to log multiple interceptions and chances created, showcasing his versatility on both sides of the pitch.

JUNE 11 • ROTOWIRE

Plays off bench Kim (knee) played 28 minutes off the bench in Saturday's 5-0 victory over Trinidad & Tobago, confirming his return to full fitness and putting him on track to start and lead South...

Impact Kim had missed Bayern Munich's season finale against Koln with a minor knee issue, but his appearance in the friendly is a clean bill of health heading into the tournament. The experienced center-back ended the club season with two goal involvements, 80 clearances and 25 Bundesliga appearances and will now shift his full attention to the World Cup with South Korea, where he is expected to be the defensive cornerstone as the Taegeuk Warriors open their Group A campaign against Czechia on June 11 in Guadalajara.

JUNE 1 • ROTOWIRE

Out of season finale Kim is not in the squad for Saturday's season finale against Koln due to a minor knee issue.

Impact Kim misses out on short notice and while the injury is not considered serious, there's no reason to risk it with the league title locked for multiple weeks. The center back ends the year making 19 starts across 25 Bundesliga appearances making 80 clearances and chipping in with two goal involvements. Kim will look to gain full fitness ahead of the World Cup campaign with South Korea.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

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Defensively solid in clean sheet Kim Min-Jae registered one tackle (one won), five clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 3-0 victory against Werder Bremen.

Impact Kim continues to provide defensive depth and a reliable option for the team in congested fixtures. Filling in for Dayot Upamecano, he partnered with Jonathan Tah at the heart of the defense and delivered a strong performance. The defender contributed across all defensive categories, recording one tackle, two interceptions, five clearances and a block, earning his fourth clean sheet in the league with the team.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Kim has served his Champions League suspension in Wednesday's match against PSV and is available going forward.

Impact Kim will aim to bounce back for the final stages of the continental competition and could be a regular element of his team's rotation alongside Jonathan Tah and Dayot Upamecano. The Korean defender is averaging 4.1 clearances and 1.2 interceptions per game over his last 10 starts across all competitions.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off in UCL game Kim received a red card in Wednesday's Champions League clash with Union SG.

Impact Kim was booked once in each half, which forced him to leave early in his team's victory midweek. The center-back will consequently be banned for the final league phase game versus PSV. Meanwhile, he'll look to play a role in Bundesliga matchups, and his replacement in the European competition could be either Hiroki Ito or Dayot Upamecano (illness), depending on the latter's status.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

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Nets in return from injury Kim scored a goal with his lone shot while blocking a shot, making an interception and seven clearances during Wednesday's 3-1 win over Koln.

Impact Kim found the back of the net in the 71st minute scoring Bayern's second goal while leading the team in clearances. The goal was the first of the season for the defender as he returned from a two-match absence due to a hamstring injury in the win.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Receives start Kim (thigh) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Koln.

Impact Kim is with the team and not dealing with his thigh injury any longer, with the defender fit for the starting XI immediately after the issues. He is more of a rotational option in the defense despite starting in seven of his 10 appearances, typically filling in for Jonathan Tah and Dayot Upamecano.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Should be back against Koln Kim (thigh) was spotted in team training on Tuesday and should be back available for Wednesday's clash against Koln, the club posted.

Impact Kim missed the last two games due to a thigh injury but was spotted in team training on Tuesday, suggesting he should be available again for Wednesday's clash against the Goats. The center-back has mainly been a rotational option this season for Bayern and will likely remain so, with numerous rumors linking him to a move in the coming months.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Out with thigh injury Kim is out for Sunday's match against Wolfsburg due to a thigh injury, according to his club.

Impact Kim is on the sidelines Sunday and is not an option, with the defender dealt a thigh injury that is too much to play. This will make it a second straight absence for the defender, having to go without one of their rotational options. The club turns to Jonathan Tah and Dayot Upamecano to start, their typical center-backs, with Kim more of a rotational piece.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Appears in friendly Kim (knee) played 45 minutes off the bench in Tuesday's friendly against Wolfsburg.

Impact Kim was suffering from a knee injury ahead of the break but has used that time to recover, with the defender getting some time in a friendly. He has started infix of his nine appearances this season, serving in more of a rotational role off the bench this campaign.

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Suffers knee injury Kim is out for Sunday's match against Heidenheim due to a knee injury, according to his club.

Impact Kim is heading into the winter break injured, as the defender has some knee issues that have kept him sidelined. The good news for the club is this could be a cautious move with the break on the horizon, not wanting to risk his fitness. He has started in seven of his 14 appearances this campaign, more of a rotational role for the club.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Available Saturday Kim (knock) is available for Saturday's trip to Frankfurt, according to manager Vincent Kompany.

Impact Kim is an option for Saturday's trip to Frankfurt, after picking up a knock against Pafos in the Champions League. He still went the full 90 in that match, so it was never expected to be a serious concern. It's unclear if Kim will be fit enough to start Saturday or if he's going to be rotated as he has been earlier in the season.

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