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Who is Kim Min-jae? The 6ft4in South Korean centre back known as 'The Monster' is unplayable in the air and has a hidden turn of pace... Chelsea and Tottenham lead the race as Jose Mourinho prepares to use Son Heung-min as trump card to get deal done

If reports emerging from within South Korean football are to be believed, Chelsea or Tottenham could soon be set to acquire Asia's next big talent.

Kim Min-jae has quietly been going about his business and making huge strides both domestically and with the national team.

After moving from Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors to Beijing Guoan in 2019, Kim's football has seen exponential growth, with Premier League rivals Chelsea and Spurs now vying for his signature to bolster their defensive lines.

Sportsmail takes a deeper look into the style and qualities of the 24-year-old, who is tipped to become a highly sought after commodity in the transfer window.