Having arrived from Mallorca during the summer transfer window in July 2023, Lee Kang-In, a 25-year-old South Korean midfielder/winger, is under contract with Paris Saint-Germain until June 2028. He took some time to adapt and establish himself, but has finally grown into the first team. He has been the subject of rumors in recent weeks, notably with interest from Atlético Madrid and talk of a contract extension. Today, PSG Inside Actus reports that the South Korean has made a decision about his future.
“Paris Saint-Germain’s decision-makers are aware of his desire to leave and will not oppose a transfer.”
“The Kang-In Lee situation is now clear. Despite discussions over the past few months regarding a contract extension, the South Korean international has decided to leave Paris Saint-Germain in order to find a more prominent role and regular playing time. PSG’s decision-makers are aware of his desire to leave and will not oppose a transfer if a satisfactory offer is made.
Numerous clubs are interested.
Interest in Kang-In Lee is particularly strong across Europe and the Middle East. Several clubs are closely monitoring his situation, including Atlético Madrid, Newcastle United, Bayer Leverkusen, Fenerbahçe, Glasgow Rangers, and Al-Ittihad. Other clubs in Spain, Germany, the Netherlands, and Saudi Arabia are also keeping a very close eye on the situation.”
This announcement is entirely credible, as Lee Kang-in may well be looking for a new challenge, particularly to secure a more prominent role. He hardly plays in the Champions League, which can be frustrating despite the trophies he has won.
As for PSG, it’s quite conceivable that they are listening to their player’s wishes and trying to recruit someone who can be more impactful and consistent. However, nothing is certain until it’s concrete. We know the transfer window can move quickly and is prone to surprises. There’s also some uncertainty about which club would sign the Korean player.
Atlético Madrid is often mentioned, and it’s a possible destination, but there’s no guarantee of an agreement, and other options may exist.
