PSG finalizes €40 m transfer of Kang-in Lee to Atletico

Paris Saint-Germain is finalizing the transfer of midfielder Kangin Lee to Atletico Madrid for a fee of approximately 40 million euros, a move that will provide significant funds for the French club's own summer recruitment plans. The 25-year-old South Korean international is set to return to La Liga, where he previously played for Valencia and Mallorca, after agreeing to a long-term contract with the Madrid club.

The deal, which includes a base fee and performance-related bonuses, marks a major acquisition for Atletico Madrid as they seek to strengthen their attacking options under manager Diego Simeone. Lee's versatility, allowing him to play as an attacking midfielder or on the right wing, is seen as a key asset. The transfer had been under discussion since earlier this year, with Atletico's initial interest in January being rebuffed by PSG before negotiations resumed and accelerated in recent weeks.

Lee departs PSG after three seasons, having made 124 appearances, scoring 16 goals and providing 16 assists. During his time in Paris, he won multiple domestic titles and two UEFA Champions League trophies, though he was often utilized as a rotation player and did not start in...