Rosenior asks Chelsea for a 30 million euro center-back

The English coach has decided to reinforce the defense and wants a reliable center-back

Héctor Andreu | 7 Jan 2026 | 15.28
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Rosenior wants Kim Min-Jae at Chelsea / Marca
Rosenior wants Kim Min-Jae at Chelsea / Marca

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Kim Min-Jae is back in the spotlight of the European market. The new project of Chelsea is beginning to take shape, and one of the names gaining strength to reinforce the defense is that of the South Korean center-back from Bayern Munich.

Liam Rosenior, newly arrived at the London club, considers shoring up the defense a priority and believes that the current context is ideal to bet on Kim Min-Jae.

Kim Min-Jae, a market opportunity for Chelsea

Chelsea's interest in Kim Min-Jae is a clear reading of the market. The defender is not getting regular playing time at Bayern Munich, and his price, close to 30 million, is considered affordable.

From London, they understand that the center-back is going through a period of stagnation in his career that can be reversed with prominence and confidence, two factors that Rosenior is willing to offer him. The Premier League appears as the perfect stage to revive his career.

Bayern Munich opens the door

Bayern Munich does not rule out a departure if an interesting proposal arrives. The German club needs to adjust its squad and does not see Kim Min-Jae as untouchable. His secondary role has raised internal doubts, and a sale would allow them to free up payroll and receive a significant amount in a demanding market.

The situation favors Chelsea, which has already explored the feasibility of the operation.

Kim Min Jae, Rosenior's new request to Chelsea

Rosenior trusts in recovering his best form

Liam Rosenior knows well the profile he is looking for. After requesting the signing of Valentin Barco, he now wants a physical, dominant center-back with international experience like Kim Min-Jae. The coach believes that his adaptation to the Premier League can be immediate, thanks to his strength, defensive reading, and ability to compete in high-level duels. Furthermore, his leadership aligns with the idea of building a stronger and more aggressive defense.

A new challenge in England

For Kim Min-Jae, Chelsea represents an opportunity to feel important again. The lack of minutes at Bayern Munich contrasts with the role he could assume at Stamford Bridge. The Premier League would allow him to regain visibility, continuity, and prominence in one of the most demanding leagues in the world.

Chelsea hopes to reach an agreement with Bayern for the South Korean center-back and is willing to pay between 25 and 30 million for him.

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