Atletico Madrid sign South Korea star Lee Kang-In from PSG

South Korean midfielder Lee Kang‑In has completed a transfer to La Liga side Atlético Madrid, ending a two‑year spell with Paris Saint‑Germain in which he featured in the club’s back‑to‑back UEFA Champions League triumphs. The move was confirmed by both clubs on Monday, with Atlético reporting a €15 million fee and a five‑year contract that includes an optional sixth year. Lee, 23, arrived in Paris from Valencia in 2022 and contributed to the French side’s historic consecutive European titles, appearing in 38 matches across all competitions and providing three assists in the Champions League finals.

Atlético’s sporting director highlighted Lee’s versatility and experience at the highest level as key factors in the signing, noting that the midfielder’s technical ability and work rate align with the club’s tactical philosophy. Lee, who has earned 30 caps for the South Korean national team, expressed enthusiasm about the new challenge, citing the opportunity to compete in a defensively disciplined environment and to further develop under manager Diego Simeone. The transfer marks the latest addition to Atlético’s midfield overhaul ahead of the upcoming season, and the club expects Lee to compete for a regular starting role as they aim to improve their standing in both domestic and European competitions.