SoccerRecap
Controversial late penalty moves Ipswich second after Boro draw
Ipswich draws 2-2 with Middlesbrough thanks to a controversial late penalty.
Sky Sports1 min read
SoccerTransfer
Bayern Munich’s Kim Min-jae exploring options as three big Turkish clubs interested
TL;DR
Bayern Munich's Kim Min-jae is considering his future as three major Turkish clubs, including Fenerbahçe, Beşiktaş, and Galatasaray, have expressed interest in signing him. His current role at Bayern is limited, prompting him to explore options for a larger role elsewhere.
Key points
- Kim Min-jae is a center-back for Bayern Munich.
- Three Turkish clubs are interested in signing him.
- Fenerbahçe is reportedly his preferred option.
- He currently earns €15 million at Bayern.
- His contract with Bayern runs through 2028.
Mentioned in this story
Kim Min-jae
Bayern MunichFenerbahçeBeşiktaşGalatasaray
MUNICH, GERMANY - APRIL 18: (EDITORS NOTE: Image has been digitally enhanced.) Kim Min-Jae of FC Bayern Muenchen during a training session at on April 18, 2026 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by S. Mellar/FC Bayern via Getty Images) | FC Bayern via Getty Images
HT Spor commentator Alper Yemenicile put out some very interesting news (as captured by @iMiaSanMia) regarding the future of Bayern Munich center-back Kim Min-jae:
Top Turkish clubs are interested in signing Kim Min-jae
@AYemeniciler: “When I spoke with the agent of Kim Min-jae, who is a friend of mine, he said, ‘There’s nothing forcing us to leave right now. We don’t know the situation [with Bayern] yet, but we’re exploring our options.’ – He said that not only Fenerbahçe, but also Beşiktaş and Galatasaray have contacted us. He stated that if we were to make an assessment, Fenerbahçe would be the first option we’d prefer.”
Kim’s future in Bavaria has been in doubt for quite a while. The clear number three option on the depth chart at center-back behind Dayot Upamecano and Jonathan Tah, Kim could seek an opportunity that would present him with a larger role. However, Kim currently makes €15 million in a total financial package (salary + bonus) per Capology. That kind of money will be hard for the Korean to get on the open market, especially with his current deal running through 2028.
If you are looking for more Bayern Munich and German national team coverage, check out the latest episodes of Bavarian Podcast Works, which you can get on Acast, , , or any leading podcast distributor…
Q&A
Which Turkish clubs are interested in Kim Min-jae?
Fenerbahçe, Beşiktaş, and Galatasaray have shown interest in signing Kim Min-jae.
What is Kim Min-jae's current salary at Bayern Munich?
Kim Min-jae currently earns €15 million in total financial package, including salary and bonuses.
Why is Kim Min-jae considering leaving Bayern Munich?
Kim Min-jae is exploring options due to limited playing time, being the third choice at center-back behind Upamecano and Tah.