Kim Min-hyeok (footballer, born February 1992)

Kim Min-hyeok (Hangul: 김민혁; born 27 February 1992) is a South Korean professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors in the K League 1.

Career

Kim Min-hyeok began his professional career with Sagan Tosu in Japan's J1 League in 2012. He subsequently moved to South Korea, joining Gyeongnam FC in 2014. After Gyeongnam were relegated, he joined Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors in 2015. He has been a consistent member of the Jeonbuk squad since, contributing to multiple K League 1 titles.

International Career

Kim Min-hyeok has represented South Korea at various youth levels. He was part of the South Korean squad for the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, appearing in multiple matches. He has also earned caps for the senior national team.

Honours

• Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors:
  • K League 1: 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
  • Korean FA Cup: 2020, 2022

Style of Play

Kim Min-hyeok is known for his strong aerial ability, tackling skills, and positional awareness as a central defender. He is also recognized for his leadership qualities on and off the pitch.