File photo of Lee Kang-in (#18) in action for the Korea Republic national team against Iraq at Al Thumama Stadium, Doha during the Qatar 2023 AFC Asian Cup.
Madrid: Atletico Madrid on Saturday confirmed the signing of Korean international midfielder Lee Kang-in from Paris Saint-Germain.
The 25-year-old has signed a contract with Atletico until the end of June 2031 and returns to La Liga for a price reported to be around 40 million euros (around 45.5 million US dollars).
"A talented 25-year-old left-footed midfielder, he can play as an attacking midfielder or on either wing and is known for his vision, exquisite ball control, and passing and shooting ability," said the Atletico Madrid official website.
Lee returns to La Liga after making a total of 124 appearances for PSG in all competitions, in which he scored 16 goals, winning two Champions League and three Ligue 1 titles.
The attacking midfielder joined the Valencia academy when he was just 10 years old, making his first team debut in 2018, before moving to Mallorca in 2021 where he stayed for two years.
He has also played 50 times for his country, including in both the 2022 and 2026 World Cup.
Atletico has now made three signings this summer, bringing in Spain left back Alex Grimaldo and Danish midfielder Morten Hjulmand.
