According to the latest report from Sport, Bayern Munich remains interested in Kounde, who currently still hopes to secure a starting spot at Barcelona.

Bayern Munich is reportedly still interested in Kounde and may make a move for him if they can complete a major sale. They are willing to let Kim Min-jae find a new club, with the South Korean defender likely to leave for approximately 40 million euros.

Bayern Munich's strategy is to sell players to recuperate funds before making new signings. Kim Min-jae is not in Kompany's plans, and the club believes now is the ideal time to sell him. Bayern Munich values him at 40 million euros, and selling him would also save nearly 8 million euros in annual salary.

Tottenham Hotspur, Aston Villa, and AC Milan have expressed interest in Kim Min-jae, but no official offer has been submitted yet. Bayern Munich views this transfer as highly probable and is simultaneously working to strengthen its defense.

Benfica's Tomas Araujo is a feasible alternative, with a transfer fee of approximately 35 million euros, but the club's ideal target is to convince Kounde to join. Kounde's versatility in defensive positions would fit perfectly into Kompany's tactical system.

Kounde has extended his contract with Barcelona until 2030, but his situation is not ideal, as he has been a substitute at right-back at the start of the new season. Flick's confidence in him has declined somewhat, leaving open the possibility of a departure. However, Kounde has not yet expressed a desire to leave Barcelona.

Interestingly, Kounde is a consistent starter at right-back for the French national team, but he has not enjoyed the same status at Barcelona this season. His playing time already declined last season, and he was aware that his minutes would be reduced this campaign.

Even so, Kounde has chosen to stay, believing he can eventually reclaim a starting spot. If the situation does not improve by January, his reaction to a substantial offer remains uncertain.

Bayern Munich has not yet made contact with Kounde's representatives, but the club has listed him as a potential target. If Kounde becomes willing to consider leaving, Bayern Munich will make every effort to sign him. Defensive players of his caliber are rare in the transfer market, making this a significant opportunity.

Several Premier League clubs are also closely monitoring Kounde's situation at Barcelona, waiting to see if he seeks to leave. For now, everything remains unchanged, and Kounde has not expressed any desire to depart. He hopes to earn more playing time after the international break.

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