Manchester United are continuing to explore options to strengthen their central defence, showing interest in 29-year-old Bayern Munich defender Kim Min-jae. However, the likelihood of a potential transfer remains low due to the player's own stance.
Bild journalist Christian Falk, in his CF Bayern Insider column, confirmed that Manchester United have long kept the South Korean defender on their transfer shortlist. At this moment, the player has no intention of pushing for a move:
There is some truth to the rumours linking Manchester United with Kim Min-jae. He is on United's list of targets, and they are constantly monitoring his situation in Munich.
However, Kim is very clear about wanting to stay at Bayern. Although he is not currently part of the starting XI, he is confident he can earn his place back through good performances or if competitors are injured. He is not disappointed enough with his situation to demand a transfer.
Falk also notes that Bayern’s hierarchy and head coach Vincent Kompany fully support Kim's decision. The Munich club understands that navigating a long season with Champions League commitments relying solely on two main central defenders is risky, so having a player of Kim Min-jae's calibre available is crucial to their plans.
