Atletico Madrid in Advanced Talks to Sign Lee Kang-in from PSG for €25-40M
Spanish club Atletico Madrid is actively negotiating with Paris Saint-Germain to sign South Korean midfielder Lee Kang-in, with transfer fees reported between €25 million and €40 million. The 25-year-old, seeking a more prominent role after limited playing time at PSG, is eager to join Atletico. Sporting director Mateu Alemany, who previously worked with Lee at Valencia, is driving the deal. Atletico values Lee’s on-field versatility and significant commercial appeal in Asia, especially for an upcoming pre-season tour in South Korea. PSG is open to selling despite Lee’s contract until 2028.
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Marca: Lee Kang-in Transfer to Atletico Madrid Boosts Asian Jersey Sales, Official Announcement Expected Next Week
According to Marca, Atletico Madrid is set to officially announce the signing of South Korean midfielder Lee Kang-in from Paris Saint-Germain for €35 million, with a contract valid until 2031. The transfer has been fully agreed, and Lee is expected to join the team by next Monday after completing a three-week vacation following South Korea's early World Cup exit. Atletico views Lee as a key future player, particularly to fill the gap left by Antoine Griezmann, and believes coach Diego Simeone can develop him similarly. The signing has already boosted Atletico's jersey sales in the Asian market, and Lee is expected to be the biggest draw during the club's short tour of South Korea in August, including a match against Manchester City on August 9. The official announcement could come as early as this Friday, July 17.
虎扑 - 足球Lee Kang-in Joins Atletico Madrid for €40 Million Fee
According to renowned football journalist Fabrizio Romano, South Korean midfielder Lee Kang-in has completed a transfer to Spanish club Atletico Madrid. The deal, valued at approximately €40 million, has been agreed upon by all parties involved, with Romano using his signature 'here we go' phrase to confirm the move. The news was reported by Hupu Soccer, citing Romano's post on X (formerly Twitter). Lee Kang-in, who previously played for Mallorca, is expected to bolster Atletico's attacking options. The transfer marks a significant move for the 22-year-old, who has been a key player for the South Korean national team.
虎扑 - 足球Atletico Madrid Accelerates Transfer of Lee Kang-in for Around €30 Million
According to AS's Atletico Madrid correspondent, Atletico Madrid is accelerating the transfer of South Korean international Lee Kang-in from Paris Saint-Germain, with negotiations expected to progress next week. The 25-year-old has decided to join Atletico, and PSG will not block the move as he is not in Luis Enrique's core plans. The transfer fee is approximately €30 million. Lee Kang-in, currently playing in the World Cup with South Korea, wants a more important role. Atletico sporting director Mateu Alemany has long admired the player, dating back to their time at Valencia. The move is part of Atletico's summer rebuild, which also includes signing left-back Grimaldo, while the futures of Alvarez, Sorloth, and Griezmann are uncertain. Beyond sporting value, Lee Kang-in's signing has strong market influence in South Korea, where Atletico will play a friendly against Manchester City in August.
虎扑 - 足球PSG Demands 35 Million Euros for Lee Kang-in; Atletico Madrid Eager to Sign South Korean Star
South Korean footballer Lee Kang-in is the subject of a potential transfer from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) to Atletico Madrid. According to Spanish media AS, all three parties are willing to reach an agreement. PSG, which signed Lee for 22 million euros in 2023, now wants at least 35 million euros. Atletico Madrid, having identified Lee as their top summer target to replace Antoine Griezmann, is hesitant on the price and prefers performance-related floating clauses. Atletico's sporting director Mateu Alemany, who knows Lee from their time at Valencia, has long pursued the player. Beyond sporting reasons, Atletico sees significant commercial value in signing Lee, particularly for their upcoming summer commercial tour in South Korea. Lee is currently playing in the World Cup with South Korea, and his performances could affect his market value and attract other clubs.
虎扑 - 足球PSG: Kang-In Lee's Transfer Price Set at Around €25 Million
According to Foot Mercato, citing Mundo Deportivo, Paris Saint-Germain's South Korean midfielder Kang-In Lee (25) is seeking a transfer this summer. The player, under contract until 2028, is reportedly looking for a change of scenery after several years of service. Atletico Madrid is identified as the most serious candidate for his signature. The reported transfer fee is approximately €25 million, though Spanish sources suggest this price could be reduced due to the player's good conduct in Paris. Additionally, there are indications that Lee could be included as part of a deal involving Julian Alvarez. The article was published on June 9, 2026.
Foot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertMarca: Atletico Madrid in Official Transfer Negotiations with PSG for Lee Kang-in
According to Marca, Atletico Madrid is rapidly advancing negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain for the transfer of South Korean midfielder Lee Kang-in. Atletico's sporting director Mateu Alemany, who previously helped Lee secure his first professional contract at Valencia, has made him a top summer target. Lee is eager to join Atletico for a more prominent role, having been mostly a substitute at PSG in Ligue 1 and unused in Champions League knockout stages. PSG, aware of Lee's contract until 2028, is open to listening to offers to cash out this summer. Atletico values Lee's on-field versatility and his immense commercial appeal in Asia, where his jersey sales once surpassed Mbappe's. The club plans to make Lee the centerpiece of a pre-season tour in South Korea if the transfer is completed before August.
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