The Bundesliga forms the foundation of FC Bayern, just as all domestic leagues form the foundation of European football clubs. Therefore, it is our duty and our deep conviction to strengthen them, not weaken them.
Zirkzee was also named Serie A's player of the month in November. Bayern have a buy-back clause worth €20-25m for Zirkzee, as well as 50% of any future sale [@SPORTBILD]
Kim on Manuel Neuer: "He constantly pushes us and gives us clear commands. I listen to him carefully. For me personally and for us as a team it's good that he's back on the pitch. Neuer is a player I've been following since I was a kid and he's incredibly better than I expected" [@julianbuhl]
If another player plays well in my absence, he will continue to be trusted. That's the inevitable reality. So when I return, I have to continue to fight for my place and perform well."
Kim says he's afraid of losing his spot at Bayern due to the Asian Cup in January: "During the tournament I will have to leave my spot at Bayern. And if Upa and Matthijs play well during this time, the two will probably be the defensive duo afterwards as well.
Kim on Dayot Upamecano: "[I used to watch Leipzig because my international teammate Hee-Chan Hwang played there] - so I watched [Upamecano] very often and with great pleasure. Upamecano is really a top player, for me one of the best in the world. I'm very happy to have him by my side"
Kim on his time at Bayern so far: "I'm not entirely satisfied with my first six months in the Bundesliga. I still don't feel certain that I'm an undisputed starter. If the three of us [de Ligt, Upamecano] really compete, you don't know how it will turn out."
Kim on playing non-stop for club and country: "It's better to be tired than to play for just a few minutes. The way you deal with fatigue is also part of a player’s performance"
