KIM MIN-JAE NEWS

Posts three clearances in Juventus clash Kim had one tackle (one won), three clearances, and two interceptions in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Juventus.

Impact Kim didn't have to exert himself too much to stop the opponents in this one. He has registered nine tackles (three won), 13 clearances, 12 interceptions, and two blocks in his last five fixtures, with three clean sheets. Napoli will host Salernitana Saturday.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ordinary against Verona Kim recorded two tackles (zero won), one clearance, and one interception in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Verona.

Impact Kim helped secure the clean sheet but didn't have to do too much as Napoli pulled the strings for the most part. He's disqualified for Tuesday's Champions League clash with Milan. Napoli will then face Juventus away next Sunday.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for second leg Kim picked up third yellow card in the Champions League and will miss the second leg against AC Milan on April 18.

Impact Napoli will be without Kim for the next leg after picking up three yellow cards in the UCL. He has not missed a match yet in the tournament, making all nine starts while generating 31 clearances and 21 interceptions. Juan Jesus is the expected starter on April 18, who played 24 minutes at center back against Frankfurt in the Round of 16 on March 15.

APRIL 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes assist against Lecce Kim assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate), three clearances, and four tackles (one won) in Friday's 2-1 victory over Lecce.

Impact Kim set up Giovanni Di Lorenzo with a surprisingly sharp cross after staying in the final third following a set piece and wasn't asked to do too much in the back, although his side gave up one goal in this one. He has notched nine tackles (two won), 12 interceptions, 14 clearances, and two blocks in the last five games, with one clean sheet since he often came out a little early. Napoli will visit Milan in Champions League Wednesday and then host Verona Saturday.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 5, 2023 • SKY.COM

Struggles in Milan game Kim won three duels and had two clearances and one interception in Sunday's 0-4 loss to AC Milan.

Impact Kim and the rest of the Napoli defense got uncharacteristically crushed in a weird game. He'll look to bounce back Friday versus Lecce. He has recorded five tackles (one won), 13 interceptions, 13 clearances, and three blocks in the last five games.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shows up again in Torino match Kim recorded two tackles (one won), three clearances, and five interceptions in Sunday's 4-0 win versus Torino.

Impact Kim turned in another dominant showing and filled it up in the back as Napoli dominated in this one. He has registered six tackles (one won), 13 interceptions, 13 clearances, and four blocks in the last five tilts, with two clean sheets. Napoli will face Milan at home on April 2.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs four interceptions against Eintracht Kim (calf) had two blocks, one clearance, and four interceptions in Wednesday's 3-0 win over Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Kim showed no ill effects of a recent calf issue, other than not playing the entire game, and put up his usual numbers in another commanding showing where he helped shut down the opponents. He has tallied ten tackles (four won), nine interceptions, 17 clearances, and four blocks in the last five fixtures.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Included in starting XI Kim (calf) will be in the starting XI against Eintracht Frankfurt on Wednesday, per UEFA.com.

Impact Kim returns to the starting XI after having been forced off in the 76th minute against Atalanta on Saturday. While the central defender won't offer much in the offensive third, he has just two shots on target since early September, he should rack up plenty of defensive stats, especially clearances of which he has 21 in his last five contests.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids injuries Kim (calf) trained fully Tuesday, Napoli announced.

Impact Kim didn't require further medical attention after leaving the last matches a little early. He's set to be an option for Wednesday's match versus Eintracht Frankfurt, and it'll be up to the coach to determine whether it's safe for him to start. He has posted ten tackles (five won), six interceptions, 21 clearances, and three blocks in the last five matches, with two clean sheets.

MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off in Atalanata game Kim was subbed off due to a right calf injury in the 76th minute of Saturday's 2-0 victory over Atalanta, Corriere dello Sport informs, after logging two tackles (zero won), five c...

Impact Kim was his usual dominant self but couldn't finish the game due to a muscular problem. He had some issues in the same area during the World Cup and right afterward. He'll take some tests ahead of Wednesday's Champions League match versus Eintracht Frankfurt. Juan Jesus would take his place if he couldn't go.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins eight duels against Lazio Kim had one block and two clearances and won eight duels in Friday's 0-1 loss against Lazio.

Impact Kim was his usual physical self, but Napoli didn't manage to shut out the opponents in this one. He has tallied eight tackles (five won), three interceptions, 21 clearances, and four blocks in the last five fixtures, with four clean sheets. Napoli will host Atalanta next Saturday.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ordinary against Empoli Kim had one block, one tackle (zero won), and two clearances, and won three duels in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Empoli.

Impact Kim wasn't as busy as usual because Napoli completely dominated despite an early red card in this one. He has tallied eight tackles (five won), four interceptions, 20 clearances, and four blocks in the last five matches, with five consecutive clean sheets. Napoli will host Lazio Friday.

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Impressive against Eintracht Frankfurt Kim won 12 duels and four of five tackles and had seven clearances, and one interception in Tuesday's 2-0 victory against Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Kim was in top form in the Champions League clash and massively contributed to holding the opponents scoreless with his timely and physical interventions. He has tallied nine tackles (seven won), four interceptions, 27 clearances, and four blocks in the last five games, with four clean sheets. Napoli will visit Empoli Saturday.

FEBRUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Very solid in Sassuolo game Kim had two tackles (one won), one interception, five clearances, and one interception in Friday's 2-0 win versus Sassuolo.

Impact Kim had another stout display in the back, stopping whoever came close to him. He has posted six tackles (five won), three interceptions, 23 clearances, and four blocks in the last five matches, providing one assist and contributing to four clean sheets. Napoli will visit Eintracht Frankfurt in Champions League Tuesday and then Empoli next Saturday.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First assist in win Kim Min-Jae assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 victory against Cremonese.

Impact Kim has been a nailed-on starter and has actually scored twice but earned his first assist during Sunday's win. The center-back doesn't have too much offensive upside and with just nine chances created in 21 matches, remains a more limited option. Kim will look to keep this excellent form going as Napoli remain the top team in Italy.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ordinary versus Spezia Kim registered one tackle (zero won), one clearance, one block, and one interception in Sunday's 3-0 win over Spezia.

Impact Kim didn't have to do much to stymie the lowly opponents and help his team come away with a clean sheet. It's the second in the past five games, where he has recorded ten tackles (seven won), four interceptions, 20 clearances, and five blocks. Napoli will face Cremonese at home next Sunday.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs nice clearances versus Roma Kim won two of two tack and nine duels and had two blocks and nine clearances in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Roma.

Impact Kim was once again dominant and precise in the back, but his side gave up one goal in this one. He has tallied 12 tackles (eight won), four interceptions, 23 clearances, and five blocks in the last five matches, contributing to one clean sheet. Napoli will face Spezia away Sunday.

JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles versus Salernitana Kim had three clearances, won two of two tackles and three duels, and created one scoring chance in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Salernitana.

Impact Kim wasn't particularly tested in this one as Napoli pulled the strings despite the relatively narrow result. He has logged ten tackles (six won), four interceptions, 14 clearances, and three blocks in the last four matches, with one clean sheet. Napoli will host Roma next Sunday.

JANUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy versus Juventus Kim (calf) recorded five tackles (two won), five clearances, three blocks, and two interceptions in Friday's 5-1 victory versus Juventus.

Impact Kim didn't look hampered by his calf problem and responded well in the rare instances when Juventus put together credible offense. He has logged eight tackles (four won), five interceptions, 11 clearances in the last three matches. Napoli will face Salernitana away next Saturday.

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting versus Juve Kim (calf) will be in the starting XI against Juventus on Friday, per SkySports.

Impact Kim will be making his 23 starts for Napoli across domestic and European competition in which he recorded two goals on five shots (two on target), 84 clearances and 31 interceptions. Barring injury, Kim should be a near-lock to maintain his place in the starting XI moving forward.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Juventus Kim has been dealing with neuralgia in his calf in recent weeks, but he's set to play through it versus Juventus, Sky Italy reports.

Impact Kim bowed out at halftime in the previous match and might have to be managed a little going forward until he heals, but he will push through the nagging issue given the magnitude of the game. He has logged six clearances, three tackles (two won), and two interceptions in the last two games.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off versus Sampdoria Kim won one tackle and had one interception and two clearances in 45 minutes leaving at halftime out of precaution, DAZN informs.

Impact Kim dealt with calf problems during the World Cup, but it's unclear whether it's the same issue or if he sustained a new one. He'll be assessed before Friday's clash with Juventus. If he couldn't go, Juan Jesus and Amir Rrahmani would likely pair up in the back.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Monday Min-Jae (undisclosed) will feature in the starting XI against Brazil on Monday.

Impact Min-Jae returns to the starting XI after being held in reserve in the group-stage finale versus Portugal. Even with the central defender's return to the pitch, he is unlikely to offer much in terms of fantasy value given his limited offensive upside.

DECEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Portugal Min-Jae (undisclosed) made the bench for Friday's match against Portugal.

Impact Min-Jae started over the first two games against Uruguay and Ghana but his fitness caught up with him ahead of the most important match. It's unclear if he'll get a chance to later in the contest.

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE