Lee Kang-In Set To Join Atletico Madrid For €40M

Transfer Details and Fee

South Korea attacker Lee Kang-In will head to Atletico Madrid in a deal worth almost 40 million euros ($45.7 million), a source told AFP on Wednesday. The agreement will honor the remaining two years on his contract with PSG, though “minor details to finalise” still need to be worked out. Atletico will now compete for a player who is considered a promising talent in European football.

Career Highlights at PSG

After switching from Mallorca in 2023, Lee joined Paris Saint‑Germain and quickly became part of a championship‑winning group. He lifted two Champions League trophies and three Ligue 1 titles during his spell at Parc des Princes. Despite notching 16 goals in 124 outings, his playing time was restricted under Luis Enrique, and a January thigh injury curtailed his season further.

International Career and World Cup Impact

Lee has earned 50 caps for South Korea, with his final appearance coming during the World Cup where the Taegeuk Warriors were eliminated in the group stage. That tournament marked the end of his international run for now, adding a world‑stage dimension to his résumé. The exposure from the global event will likely help him settle into his new club.

PSG’s Ongoing Squad Refresh

PSG have already moved on Goncalo Ramos, selling the striker to AC Milan, and are holding talks with Monaco’s Maghnes Akliouche and RB Leipzig’s Yan Diomande. The departures reflect a broader strategy to refresh the squad while balancing younger prospects with experienced options. Lee’s exit fits that pattern, as the club looks to reshape its forward line.

The transfer signals a fresh chapter for Lee Kang-In, offering a chance to become a regular starter at Atletico while continuing his climb among the world’s best forwards. The €40 million price tag highlights the belief in his potential, even though his role at PSG was often limited. Fans on both continents will be watching closely as the South Korean star adapts to his new environment.