KIM MIN-JAE NEWS

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

Isn't fully fit Min-Jae spent Thursday's training session on the bike and will be a game-time decision for Friday's match against Portugal, according to manager Paulo Bento via reporter Bowon Seo.

Impact Min-Jae has started the first two games of the group stage despite dealing with similarly minor issues. His absence would be problematic against the group leaders and Cristiano Ronaldo. For now, he's likely to play as much as he can to give the team their top defender.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Ghana Kim made South Korea's XI to face Ghana Tuesday.

Impact Kim dealt with an ailment in the last few days but passed a late fitness test and will continue to lead the frontline. He posted one clearance and one block while contributing to blanking Uruguay in the opener.

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Late call on status Min-Jae will undergo further fitness tests and could be a game-time decision for Monday's match against Ghana, manager Paulo Bento told reporters.

Impact Min-Jae would be a major absence as the star defender for his team in addition to playing the full 90 during the opening-day draw with Uruguay. Finding a replacement would be a harder task to play around as most of the depth in his national team lies in the midfield and attack.

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Helps maintain clean sheet Kim logged one clearance and a block in Thursday's 0-0 tie to Uruguay.

Impact Kim is expected to be South Korea's most valued defender during the 2022 World Cup. Currently, he is the country's preferred right center-back. Regularly alongside him are Kim Young-gwon (best known for his goal and clean sheet against Germany during the 2018 World Cup) and Kim Moon-Hwan (a former MLS player now part of the K-League).

NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes rare blunder in Udinese game Kim had one clearance, one block, and one interception and won three duels in Saturday's 3-2 win over Udinese.

Impact Kim contributed to the late rally by Udinese with a costly giveaway that led to a goal, but Napoli were able to weather the storm and come away with another win. The gaffe doesn't mar his brilliant first half of the campaign, where he has more than adequately replaced Kalidou Koulibaly. He has recorded 29 tackles, 29 interceptions, 78 clearances, and 21 blocks in 20 matches, contributing to seven sheets. Napoli will face Inter away on January 4.

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles against Atalanta Kim had two tackles (two won), four clearances, and one interception in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Atalanta.

Impact Kim had the usual stout showing while helping his team hold reasonably in check a strong frontline. He has recorded six tackles (five won), six interceptions, 16 clearances, and three blocks in the last five games, with three clean sheets.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Helps keep clean sheet in Sassuolo game Kim created two scoring chances, won three duels and one of two tackles, and had three clearances in Saturday's 4-0 win against Sassuolo.

Impact Kim wasn't overly busy in the back as Napoli had a wire-to-wire victory, even though Sassuolo had a few menacing shots. He has registered six tackles (four won), eight interceptions, 14 clearances, and four blocks in the last five games, with three straight clean sheets. Napoli will face Liverpool away in Champions League Tuesday and then Atalanta next Saturday.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fares well versus Roma Kim won one tackle and five duels and had one clearance and one interception in Sunday's 1-0 win over Roma.

Impact Kim wasn't as flashy as on other occasions, but his side managed to keep the clean sheet in this one, which hadn't happened in a while. He has recorded seven tackles (four won), eight interceptions, 12 clearances, and two blocks in the last five games. Napoli will host Rangers in Champions League Wednesday and Sassuolo Saturday.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Decent versus Bologna Kim had two tackles (one won), two blocks, and two interceptions in Sunday's 3-2 win over Bologna.

Impact Kim was busy in the back as per usual, but his side gave up two goals in this one and has ceased keeping clean sheets. He has logged seven tackles (four won), eight interceptions, nine interceptions, and 18 clearances in the last five matches. Napoli will visit Roma Sunday.

OCTOBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs six clearance versus Ajax Kim won two duels and had six clearances and one interception in Wednesday's 4-2 win over Ajax.

Impact Kim put up his usual numbers, but Napoli unusually gave up two goals in this one, partially because of the large lead. He has registered nine tackles (seven won), ten interceptions, 32 interceptions, and ten blocks in the last six matches, with one clean sheet.

OCTOBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wins seven duels against Cremonese Kim had three tackles (one won), two blocks, and five clearances in Sunday's 4-1 win versus Cremonese.

Impact Kim turned in the usual solid and busy performance in the back, but Napoli gave up one goal in this one. He has recorded nine tackles (five won), nine interceptions, 26 clearances, and ten blocks in the last five matches, with one clean sheet. Napoli will host Ajax in Champions League Wednesday and then Bologna Sunday.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Posts four interceptions versus Ajax Kim won one tackle and four duels and had four interceptions in Tuesday's 6-1 win against Ajax.

Impact Kim put up numbers again even though Napoli dominated and weren't particularly challenged in this one. He has recorded six tackles (four won), nine interceptions, 21 clearances, and eight blocks in the last four tilts.

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Commanding again in Torino clash Kim won five duels and had four blocks, two interceptions, and seven clearances in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Torino.

Impact Kim once again piled up numbers in the back, but Napoli didn't manage to keep the clean sheet in this one. He has recorded 14 tackles, 15 interceptions, 44 clearances, and 11 blocks in nine games thus far.

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs four blocks versus Milan Kim had three tackles (two won), four blocks, and 11 clearances in Sunday's 2-1 victory over AC Milan.

Impact Kim had an impressive display in the back even though Napoli didn't manage to come away with the clean sheet in this one. He has scored twice and posted 14 tackles, 12 interceptions, 41 clearances, and eight blocks in eight matches, contributing to blanking the opponents three times.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Finds target in Monza game Kim Min-Jae scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), one interception and five clearances in Sunday's 4-0 win versus Monza.

Impact Kim did damage on both ends in this one, rounding out the score with a great header in the final minutes and shutting down every opponent that operated near him. He has logged four tackles, three interceptions and nine clearances in two first two matches.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to Napoli Kim has joined Napoli on a permanent deal from Fenerbahce, the team announced.

Impact Kim signed a three-year contract with two more optional seasons. He may need some time to adjust but he is set for a prominent role since the team signed him to replace Kalidou Koulibaly. He logged ten tackles, nine interceptions, 25 clearances and five blocks in six appearances in Europa League with Fenerbahce.

JULY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE