Kim Ji-soo left Brentford to go to Germany, medical test progression, choice for growth
Jul 23, 2025
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An official familiar with the situation of the English Premier League (EPL) said on the 22nd (Korea time) that Kim Ji-soo will transfer to Germany on loan. He left for Germany and conducted a medical test. In fact, there is only an autograph left. Kim Ji-soo decided to rent for growth. There is a high possibility that he will play the main role in Kaiserslautern.
Born in 2004, Kim Ji-soo joined Brentford through the summer 2023 transfer market. Kim Ji-soo, who was on the bench for the first team, took the opportunity for the 2024-2025 season. He made his EPL debut in the 33rd minute of the second half in an away EPL match against Brighton at Amex Stadium in Brighton, England, on 28 December 2024. Born on December 24, 2004, Kim Ji-soo entered the EPL stage at the age of 20 years and three days. He became the youngest Korean player in history and the first Premier Leaguer in the center back position. But he didn't run as many hours as expected. In particular, he was immersed in rehabilitation due to injuries at the end of the season.
There were also variables. Coach Thomas Frank, who has trusted and watched Kim Ji-soo, left Brentford and moved to Tottenham. Coach Keith Andrews was promoted to the inside and became the head coach for the vacant position. Kim Ji-soo chose to change. He will leave for Kaiserslautern in Germany's second division on loan for more playing time.
For Kim Ji-soo, the 2025-2026 season is more important than ever. Major tournaments will be held one after another in 2026. The North and Central American World Cup will be held in June 2026, and the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games will be held in September. An EPL official said, `It is said that the national team by age is also paying attention to Kim Ji-soo. However, it is true that Kim Ji-soo is not running as much as expected. Earlier, through Sports Chosun, Kim Ji-soo said, `I want to spend more time on my team and show more to my fans. Of course, the World Cup and the Asian Games are the goals of all players. I think we can do it with the expectation that if we are having a good season with the goal of the World Cup, which will be held first, we may have a good opportunity. That's how I'm motivating myself"I played a few games since my debut last season, so my biggest goal is to get more time to play in the new season."
As Kim Ji-soo moved to the German stage, he could not qualify for the EPL home. However, it is believed that skills development is a priority over homely qualifications.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
