The argument that Bayern Munich’s Kim Min-jae will not shake his position in the team even if he joins the competitor is drawing attention.

German media TZ reported on Wednesday that Ito has recovered from injury and is ready to support Bayern Munich. If Ito is appointed, Bayern Munich’s options will become more diverse. Ito possesses the ability to play both as a left center back and a wing back. “Ito’s joining makes Bayern Munich defenders feel pressure,” he said. “Kim Min-jae and Upamecano, who showed good performances this season, should still be the priority.”

The media outlet said, “Ito can play as a left wing-back. Davis is in the final season of his contract with Bayern Munich. Ito’s versatility may be a lost piece of the puzzle that Kompany missed,” referring to the possibility of Ito competing with Davis for a position. Ito can also be an ideal center-back partner for Kim Min-jae if Ufamecano misses the next game due to injury. Kim and Ito are doing well off the field.”

With Ito set to return from injury, his Bayern Munich debut match is drawing attention in Germany. German Bild predicted Bayern Munich’s position competition after joining Ito on Wednesday. The 꽁머니 outlet said, “Ito’s most dangerous to return to the team. Ito, a left-footed player, can take the left center back like Kim Min-jae. Ito is evaluated as having fewer mistakes than Kim Min-jae,” predicting the possibility that Ito will compete with Kim Min-jae. He also said, “Although Ito has not returned yet, Dyer has become a bench warmer this season. Dyer’s return will likely make it more difficult for Ito to play.”

“Davis has shown improvement since his poor performance in the last season,” Bild said, but added, “Ito can play not only as a center back but also as a left-sided defender. Davis is facing pressure to compete with Ito.”

Since Kompany’s appointment, Kim Min-jae has been playing as a key defender in Bayern Munich this season, starting Jeon Kyung-gi. Bayern Munich also lost three goals in the sixth round of the Bundesliga in the 2024-25 season against Frankfurt on the 7th.

German media Spiegel said, “Bayern Munich is making it easier for opponents to attack. Frankfurt had few chances to score and was not threatening against Bayern Munich. However, with just one counterattack against Bayern Munich, the team was able to turn the game upside down. Under Frankfurt’s equalizer situation, Kim failed to get the ball in the midfield and Evimbe quickly passed it to Marmusi,” highlighting Frankfurt’s dramatic equalizer scene right before the match ended.

The media outlet said, ‘All the players in Bayern Munich took part in the attack in Frankfurt. Kim Min-jae’s first goal corresponds to the situation where all the players in Bayern Munich are involved in the attack. Bayern Munich coach Kompany practiced a new system that maintains strong, high-line pressure. But it comes with risks.’