Arsenal targets Bayern's Kim Min-jae amid injury concerns for January
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 4:00 AM
Last updated Oct 17, 2026

Arsenal is considering a move for Bayern Munich center-back Kim Min-jae as the January transfer window approaches. With the injury to Piero Hincapié, Arsenal’s scouting chief Maurizio Micheli, who previously discovered Kim at Napoli, is keen on adding depth to their defense. However, reports suggest Bayern is reluctant to sell Kim, viewing him as a vital part of their squad. Bayern is also set to discuss Kim's future, as he has a contract running until 2028. Meanwhile, both Arsenal and Aston Villa are reportedly tracking RB Leipzig winger Antonio Nusa, who has made a strong start to the season.
- •Arsenal eyes Kim Min-jae following Hincapié's injury.
- •Bayern unlikely to sell Kim due to squad depth concerns.
- •Kim's contract with Bayern runs until 2028.
- •Arsenal and Villa monitor Antonio Nusa's progress.
- 4:00 AMYahoo Sports — Bayern Munich News: Arsenal looking at FC Bayern’s Kim Min-jae; Vinícius Júnior wants protection; and MORE!
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