Min-Jae Kim discusses role with Bayern during South Korea preseason visit

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Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Min-Jae Kim discusses role with Bayern during South Korea preseason visit
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Min-Jae Kim, known as 'The Monster', expressed satisfaction with his position at Bayern Munich during a press conference in Jeju. Bayern is touring South Korea for their preseason, and Kim is the focal point of local interest. After a strong debut season that saw him secure a starting spot under Thomas Tuchel, Kim has faced competition from Jonathan Tah and Dayot Upamecano, leading to his current role as a backup. He emphasizes the importance of hard work and the opportunity to impress coach Vincent Kompany, who values Kim's contributions to the team's competitive environment.

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  • Min-Jae Kim receives warm welcome in South Korea during Bayern's preseason tour.
  • Kim's role as a backup follows competitions, but he remains part of Bayern's plans.
  • Bayern paid approximately €50m to sign Kim from Napoli in 2023.
  • Coach Vincent Kompany praises Kim's focus and impact during training.
  • Kim's performances are key to pushing the standards of the defense.
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  • 10:00 PMYahoo SportsSouth Korea’s “Monster” comes home as Min-Jae Kim declares himself satisfied with Bayern role
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Min-Jae Kim (known to most English-speaking audiences as Kim Min-jae, as German outlets reverse the traditional Korean name order) appeared alongside head coach Vincent Kompany at Bayern Munich’s fi...

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