BREAKING: Galatasaray Submit Loan Bid for Bayern’s Minjae Kim – Barcelona Also Make Enquiry

Turkish champions Galatasaray have submitted an official offer to sign Minjae Kim on loan from Bayern Munich, according to a report from German outlet tz. The Süper Lig giants are looking to strengthen their defensive line with the experienced South Korean centre-back ahead of the 2025/26 campaign.

One-Year Loan Proposal Under Consideration

Galatasaray’s proposal is understood to involve a one-year loan deal, though it remains unclear whether a purchase option has been included. Bayern Munich have not officially indicated their willingness to part ways with Kim, but sources suggest that the Bundesliga side could be open to talks should a favourable offer emerge.

Kim, 28, joined Bayern from Napoli in the summer of 2023 for approximately €50 million, but has found consistent game time limited during the latter stages of his debut season in Germany. With growing competition for places at the heart of Bayern’s defence, the Korean international’s future remains uncertain.

FC Barcelona Also Enquire About Minjae

In addition to Galatasaray’s formal offer, FC Barcelona have reportedly made a preliminary enquiry regarding Kim’s availability. While the Catalan giants are not believed to have submitted an official bid, their interest underlines Kim’s continued reputation at the top level of European football.

Barça’s defensive planning for the season ahead includes contingencies in the event of Ronald Araújo’s departure, and Kim is one of several profiles under consideration as a potential replacement.

Galatasaray Hoping for Bargain Deal

According to tz, Bayern may be prepared to consider a permanent transfer in the region of €35 million, significantly less than the fee they paid Napoli. Turkish media outlets have speculated that Galatasaray hope to capitalise on this valuation and secure what they consider to be a cut-price deal for a player with 69 international caps and proven Serie A and Bundesliga pedigree.

Unconfirmed Sane-Kim Link

In a more speculative report from Turkish newspaper Akşam, it was claimed that talks between Bayern and Galatasaray over Leroy Sané may have included informal discussions about Kim. However, these claims are unverified, and with Sané entering the final year of his contract, such negotiations would not have been mandatory.

Bayern's Defensive Puzzle Continues

Kim remains under contract in Munich, and although not actively on the market, the club is expected to re-evaluate its centre-back options this summer. The Korean defender's next move could depend on how Bayern balance their squad, with new signings and fitness concerns playing key roles.

For Galatasaray and Barcelona, interest in Kim represents a bold statement of ambition. But whether Bayern are ready to entertain offers—loan or otherwise—will depend on whether those clubs meet both their sporting and financial expectations.