Lee Kang-In, a 25-year-old Korean midfielder/winger who joined Paris Saint-Germain from Mallorca in the summer of 2023, is under contract until June 2028. Having largely served as a backup in recent months, he is set to sign with Atlético Madrid. Onze Mondial now reports that the deal is finalized, with the price even revealed.
Everything is settled for Kang-in Lee to join Atlético Madrid. PSG will receive €40 million, including bonuses. #TransferMarket Official announcement expected in the coming hours.
This is a highly credible announcement that aligns with recent reports. The transfer has seemed all but certain for some time. However, we are still awaiting official statements for absolute confirmation, as we know football can spring surprises very quickly—both on the pitch and in the transfer market.
Yet, there is a consensus here, even regarding the price. It is expected to be €40 million, including bonuses (the 35 + 5 structure is the most frequently cited). That represents a decent sale for a player signed for €22 million who never managed to establish himself as a regular starter.
Some fans are grumbling, however, given the staggering sums involved in other transfers this window. But a few instances of extravagance shouldn’t become the norm—especially since these often involve moves to English clubs, which possess vast resources and sometimes spend “recklessly,” often with sporting results that aren’t always convincing (like Liverpool last season).
In any case, Lee looks set to embark on this new adventure with the aim of securing a more prominent role. At PSG, it is Maghnes Akliouche (24, AS Monaco and the French national team) who is expected to “replace” him. But nothing is finalized yet.
