Reliable journo confirms Bundesliga star is waiting for Manchester United to make their move; Liverpool also in the fray

“No decision has yet been made on Kim Min-jae’s future. There have also been no negotiations with the player’s side,”

“But, there is interest from Saudi Arabia. Kim has not ruled it out. However, we are still waiting to see whether Liverpool and Manchester United become concrete. There are also rumours that the two Premier League clubs are interested. 

“The fact is: FC Bayern can imagine a sale. However, there is still no offer for the defender.”

Let’s be honest: after Manchester United’s disastrous 2024/25 season, strengthening the defence isn’t optional; it’s urgent. Kim Min-jae may not have lived up to expectations at Bayern Munich, but it would be unfair to label him a failure. At Napoli, he was a defensive cornerstone, a leader with a commanding presence, strong ball control, and excellent reading of the game. Rúben Amorim needs order at the back, and Kim is the kind of player who can bring it.

At 28, he’s battle-tested, used to pressure, and unafraid of it. Importantly, Bayern are open to selling and likely won’t demand a sky-high fee, making this a rare chance to land a high-calibre defender at a reasonable cost. So, is he worth the gamble? Absolutely, for reasons of experience, quality, and financial logic.

First, letting Kim Min-jae slip to Liverpool would be a grave misstep. This is a centre-back who knows European football inside out, from dominating in Serie A with Napoli to holding his own in the Bundesliga with Bayern. He offers far more than many young prospects still learning the ropes. Second, Amorim doesn’t have the luxury of time. He needs ready-made performers, not academy hopefuls who might deliver in two years. Kim is plug-and-play: he arrives, trains, and starts. Third, United need players who can withstand chaos, and Kim has thrived in two of the most intense environments in European football. Whether it was the volcanic pressure of Naples or the unforgiving spotlight in Munich, he’s already proven he won’t be rattled by Old Trafford.

Of course, he’s not a miracle fix, no single player is, but Kim can be a cornerstone in rebuilding a solid defensive unit. Pairing him with Lisandro Martínez would offer a compelling balance of grit and calm. And when the choice is between losing him to Saudi Arabia or making him part of your project, there’s no room for hesitation. Kim Min-jae fits the profile United desperately need: experienced, fearless, and available. Wait too long, and someone else will act faster. Meanwhile, in other news, Jean-Philippe Mateta remains one of Manchester United’s active summer targets.