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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Good recovery speed for a big centre-back covering behind a high line. (conf 0.75)
Strong straight-line pace that lets him sweep up in behind. (conf 0.75)
Comfortable turning and shifting laterally to track quick forwards. (conf 0.7)
Durable across a full 90 in physically demanding Bundesliga fixtures. (conf 0.7)
Control
Reliable control under pressure when starting attacks from the back. (conf 0.7)
Can carry the ball out of defence but not a primary progressor. (conf 0.6)
Uses his frame effectively to block off strikers from the ball. (conf 0.75)
Capable long-range passer of the ball but rarely shoots. (conf 0.55)
Distribution
Composed in possession, comfortable playing out under pressure. (conf 0.7)
Can switch play or hit line-breaking diagonals from deep. (conf 0.65)
Rarely involved in crossing situations as a central defender. (conf 0.5)
Reads passing lanes well to spring counters from the back line. (conf 0.65)
Chance threat
Occasional set-piece threat but not a regular goal source. (conf 0.5)
Limited shooting opportunities given his defensive role. (conf 0.45)
Attacks central areas on corners and free kicks reasonably well. (conf 0.55)
Not a designated set-piece taker at any of his clubs. (conf 0.45)
Duels
Dominant in the air, a genuine threat at both boxes on set pieces. (conf 0.85)
Physically imposing tackler who wins the vast majority of duels. (conf 0.85)
Defense
Steps aggressively out of the back line to close down attackers. (conf 0.65)
Excellent interceptor who reads and cuts out through balls. (conf 0.8)
Strong positional sense honed under Napoli's disciplined defensive system. (conf 0.8)
Mental
Rarely rattled even against elite Champions League forwards. (conf 0.7)
Generally sound judgment on when to step, cover, or hold the line. (conf 0.65)
Consistent defensive effort and tracking across matches. (conf 0.7)
Resilience
Mostly durable though has had spells sidelined with muscle issues. (conf 0.55)
Outlook
Still a first-choice starter in his prime but past his peak trajectory. (conf 0.6)
Widely respected as one of Asia's top centre-backs since his Napoli title run. (conf 0.7)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Kim Min-jae is a powerfully built South Korean centre-back known for his aerial dominance, physical duels, and composed distribution out from the back. He rose to prominence with a Serie A title-winning campaign at Napoli before moving to Bayern Munich, where he has continued as a key defensive figure in the Bundesliga. His combination of recovery pace and imposing physicality makes him well suited to a high defensive line.
Won Serie A with Napoli in the 2022-23 season as a key defensive pillar.
Moved to Bayern Munich in 2023 after his Napoli release clause was triggered.
Long-time South Korea international centre-back.
Previously played for Fenerbahce and Beijing Guoan before his move to Napoli.