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AC Milan, Juventus Target Kim Min-jae Amid Playing Time Woes

10/16/2025

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Summary

Story summary

AC Milan and Juventus are eyeing Kim Min-jae, the Bayern Munich defender currently lacking playing time.
Kim helped Napoli win the Scudetto last season, but now trails Dayot Upamecano and Jonathan Tah in Bayern.
His €9 million salary is a significant obstacle for both clubs.
Juventus sees him as a replacement for the injured Bremer, with a January move to Italy possible.

History

Historical Context

In 2006, Serie A implemented a salary cap to address financial instability among clubs, particularly Juventus and AC Milan, which faced mounting debts. This reform aimed to regulate player wages, reflecting ongoing challenges in balancing competitive teams with financial sustainability. Kim Min-jae's €9 million salary highlights the persistent struggle between player compensation and team performance in European football.

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Story summary

AC Milan and Juventus are eyeing Kim Min-jae, the Bayern Munich defender currently lacking playing time.
Kim helped Napoli win the Scudetto last season, but now trails Dayot Upamecano and Jonathan Tah in Bayern.
His €9 million salary is a significant obstacle for both clubs.
Juventus sees him as a replacement for the injured Bremer, with a January move to Italy possible.

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