Kim Min-jae has been linked with a move away from Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich, with Premier League clubs interested in him.
Chelsea and Tottenham are prepared to provide Kim Min-jae with an exit route in the summer transfer window. According to a report from TEAMtalk, the South Korean defender, who cost Bayern Munich £44 million, has struggled for opportunities at the German club, and he is looking for a fresh start. It will be interesting to see where he ends up.
It is no secret that Chelsea need to tighten up at the back. Signing a centre-back should be a priority for them. The Blues have looked vulnerable at the back, and they cannot hope to challenge for trophies with their current defensive unit.
Purusing the South Korean defender could prove to be a wise decision. He is a quality player with extensive experience, having proven himself at clubs like Bayern Munich and Napoli. He has the quality to succeed in the Premier League as well. The opportunity to join Chelsea at this stage of his career will be hard to turn down. This could be his final opportunity to play for another elite club.
Sitting on the bench at Bayern Munich will not appeal to the player. The 29-year-old should look to secure a move away from Germany as soon as possible. It remains to be seen whether Chelsea can get the deal done. However, the report has suggested that a move will not be straightforward.
Spurs line up Kim Min-jae move
Meanwhile, Tottenham need more quality in their defensive unit as well. Cristian Romero has been heavily linked with a move away from the club. They will need to replace the Argentine international, and the 29-year-old South Korean could be the ideal acquisition.
He has been linked with a move to Tottenham before as well. Kim will be hoping to secure a big move in the summer, and it will be interesting to see which of the two clubs can get the deal done. The player currently earns £200,000 per week at the German club, and that could be a major problem for any club hoping to secure his signature.