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Bayern Munich News: Arsenal looking at FC Bayern’s Kim Min-jae; Vinícius Júnior wants protection; and MORE!

Gunners eyeing Kim? (Sport Bild’s Christian Falk) Bayern Munich center-back Kim Min-jae has had a nice season so far and could be a big target for any club experiencing injury issues leading into the January transfer window. As it turns…

By Chuck Smith · Bavarian Football Works

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 4:00 AM

Key Things to Know

Arsenal has placed Bayern Munich defender Kim Min-jae on its radar, though a January transfer is considered unlikely.
Arsenal scouting chief Maurizio Micheli, who previously scouted Kim for Napoli, recommended the South Korean defender.
Real Madrid star Vinícius Júnior publicly called on referees to better protect attacking players from persistent fouls.

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Arsenal has reportedly placed Bayern Munich center-back Kim Min-jae on its transfer shortlist following an injury to Piero Hincapié. Gunners scouting chief Maurizio Micheli, who previously brought Kim to Napoli, has reportedly identified the South Korea international for a potential winter move. However, reports from Sport Bild indicate that a January transfer away from Bayern remains unlikely, with the German club planning contract discussions instead.

In other football news, Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior voiced frustration over officiating, stating that match officials need to offer more protection to creative players who are frequently fouled. Additionally, reporter Christian Falk dismissed rumors linking Bayern Munich with an €80m-€90m permanent move for Barcelona defender Jules Koundé in the upcoming winter transfer window.

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