Lee Kang-in completed a 40 million euro transfer from PSG
Lee Kang-in has officially transferred from Paris Saint-Germain to Atletico Madrid for a transfer fee of 40 million euros. The Korean player had significant success in his career before moving to La Liga.
Lee Kang-in completed a 40 million euro transfer from PSG to
According to Soccernews.
Context
Lee Kang-in, after making 124 appearances for PSG and winning 12 titles, will bring valuable experience from Ligue 1 to La Liga. He has had impressive performances in the Korean team shirt, which shows the ability to create mutations in Atletico Madrid's matches.
Why this is important
Lee Kang-in's move to Atletico Madrid from Paris Saint-Germain not only brings strength to the La Liga team's attack but also demonstrates Atletico's strong investment this season. The 25-year-old has proven his abilities in Ligue 1 and the Champions League, which could have a positive influence on Atletico's performance in upcoming tournaments.
Main point
- Lee Kang-in completed a 40 million euro transfer from PSG.
- Lee Kang-in has officially transferred from Paris Saint-Germain to Atletico Madrid for a transfer fee of 40 million euros.
- Lee completes €40m switch from PSG to Atletico Madrid.
Atletico Madrid has just announced the signing of Lee Kang-in from Paris Saint-Germain. The Korean player signed a five-year contract with Atleti, after the team reached a 40 million euro agreement with PSG for his services. Lee Kang-in, 25, joined PSG ahead of the 2023-24 season and has made a total of 124 appearances for the Ligue 1 side, scoring 16 goals and providing 16 assists during his time in Paris.
During his time with PSG, Lee won a total of 12 titles, including three Ligue 1 championships and two consecutive Champions League titles in the last two seasons. He became the second Korean player in history to win the Champions League, after Park Ji-sung, who lifted the trophy with Manchester United.
Welcome to Atletico, Kang In! The player who played for Valencia and Mallorca also had 50 caps for the Korean national team, scoring 11 goals and providing 14 assists. One of those assists came at this summer's World Cup, when Lee played a key role in a 2-1 win over Czechia in the group stage. In that match, he made five dribbles and fouled the opponent four times; No player in the entire 2022 World Cup has done both more than once in a single match, with Eden Hazard in the 2018 semi-final (against France) being the most recent to do the same.
Coach Diego Simeone's team will begin the 2026-27 La Liga campaign on August 19, facing newly promoted Malaga at home. Before entering the season, Atletico will have friendly matches with Getafe, Manchester United, Manchester City and Marseille.
What happens next
Lee Kang-in will join the Atletico Madrid squad as the team prepares for the new La Liga season. His appearance can create competition in the squad and help coach Diego Simeone have more tactical options, thereby improving Atletico's prospects of success this season.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where did Lee Kang-in transfer to Atletico Madrid?
Lee Kang-in has completed the transfer from Paris Saint-Germain to Atletico Madrid.
What is Lee Kang-in's transfer value?
Lee Kang-in's transfer value is 40 million euros.
How many goals has Lee Kang-in scored for PSG?
Lee Kang-in scored 16 goals during his time at Paris Saint-Germain.
When will Atletico Madrid play the first match of the 2026-27 La Liga season?
Atletico Madrid will begin the 2026-27 La Liga campaign on August 19.
Which team will Atletico Madrid meet in the first match of the season?
Atletico Madrid will meet Malaga, the newly promoted team, in the first match of the season.
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