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Chelsea and Tottenham Track Bayern’s Kim Min‑jae After Bremen Display

Bayern will assess serious offers in the summer following Dayot Upamecano’s contract extension.

Overview

  • Christian Falk reports both London clubs have the South Korea international on their summer shortlists and are monitoring his situation.
  • Bayern are prepared to evaluate substantial bids in the next window, with internal planning influenced by Upamecano’s new deal.
  • Kim is not an automatic starter this season, with 10 Bundesliga starts plus Champions League appearances behind Dayot Upamecano and Jonathan Tah in the pecking order.
  • His standout performance in the 3-0 win at Werder Bremen included two interceptions, five clearances, one block, three recoveries and 97 passes at 94% accuracy.
  • Tottenham are reviewing centre-back options with recruitment shaped by their managerial direction, while Chelsea seek an experienced addition after missing out on Jeremy Jacquet.