Official: Kang-in Lee leaves PSG for Atlético de Madrid

Atlético de Madrid have reached an agreement with Paris Saint-Germain for the transfer of Kang In Lee, as confirmed by the club in an official statement. The South Korean has signed until 30 June 2031.

The 25-year-old left-footed midfielder can play as an attacking midfielder or on either wing. He stands out for his vision, ball control, passing ability and striking.

Born in Incheon on 19 February 2001, Kang In Lee came through the Valencia CF academy from the age of 10. He made his first-team debut on 30 October 2018 in the Copa del Rey, a title he would go on to win, and played 62 matches for the Che side before joining Real Mallorca in 2021.

At Son Moix, he was a key player under Luis García Plaza and Javier Aguirre, making 73 appearances over two seasons before moving to PSG in the summer of 2023.

In Paris, he played 124 matches, recorded 16 goals and 16 assists, and won two Champions Leagues, one UEFA Super Cup, one Intercontinental Cup, three Ligue 1 titles, two French Cups and two French Super Cups.

For the South Korea national team, he has earned 50 caps since making his debut in 2019, the same year he won the Golden Ball at the Under-20 World Cup as runner-up. In 2023, he added Asian Games gold, and this summer he played in the World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada.

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