Kim Min-Jae

Kim Min-Jae is a South Korean defender currently with Bayern Munich, where his game is defined by duel winning, recovery speed, and clean buildup from the back. Kim helped Napoli win Serie A before earning a major move to Bayern Munich, giving South Korea an elite defensive anchor. For South Korea, he has become part of a side that can trouble anyone when its stars dictate transition moments and is asked to organize the back line and handle elite one-on-one assignments when tournament margins tighten. At World Cup 2026, the key question is whether Kim Min-Jae can carry his club rhythm into the international stage, handle the physical tempo of the group, and deliver one or two decisive moments that change the shape of South Korea's campaign.