Kim Min-jae in winter spotlight as four clubs circle
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- 인터풋볼Korean press
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- 주대은 기자
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Key points
- Aston Villa join Tottenham Hotspur, Juventus and AC Milan in pursuit of Bayern Munich defender
- Opening negotiations expected to centre on €25m valuation
- Bayern Munich planning contract extension talks with Kim; deal runs until 2028
Summary
Aston Villa are preparing to make a move for Bayern Munich centre-back Kim Min-jae in the January transfer window, according to British outlet Teamtalk. Tottenham Hotspur, Juventus and AC Milan are also understood to be monitoring the South Korean international. Villa's defensive frailties this season—conceding nine goals in five Premier League matches—have made reinforcement at the back a priority.
German outlet TZ reports Bayern Munich's hierarchy have had a change of heart regarding Kim's future and are planning contract extension discussions. With his current deal running until 2028, sources suggest there would be no major obstacles to a renewal should his playing time remain consistent.
Original headline
한국 축구 역사상 이런 수비수 있었나? 김민재 영입전→유럽 명문 팀들이 줄 섰다
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