After contributing to Paris Saint-Germain’s successive Champions League victories, Lee Kang-in transferred to Atlético.
Published July 25, 2026
Korean national team midfielder Lee Kang-in has agreed to join Atletico Madrid from Spain’s Paris Saint-Germain.
Atlético announced on Saturday that the player has signed a contract until June 2031. The transfer fee is not disclosed, but it is reported to be between 35 million and 40 million euros (approximately $39.8 million and $45.5 million).
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The 25-year-old Lee played in all three group stage games at the World Cup, but South Korea lost two and was unable to advance.
Born in Incheon, Lee moved to Spain at the age of 10 to join Valencia’s training academy, eventually making 62 appearances for the club. After playing well with Mallorca, he joined PSG in 2023, playing 124 games and scoring 16 goals.
He will now play for Atlético, the team that finished fourth in La Liga last season and reached the Copa del Rey final. Lee will help fill the creative void left by Antoine Griezmann, who left for MLS as Atlético’s all-time leading scorer.
