The anticipated transfer of South Korean midfielder Lee Kang-in from Paris Saint-Germain to Atletico Madrid is nearing completion. This development comes as Atletico Madrid has decided to withdraw from pursuing Mason Greenwood, who has faced controversy surrounding allegations of sexual assault.

Final Stages of Transfer

According to reports from Spanish media, including Marca and transfer expert Matteo Moreto, Atletico Madrid is on the brink of finalizing the acquisition of Lee Kang-in. The clubs have reportedly reached an agreement, and document exchanges are currently taking place, indicating that the transfer process will soon be completed.

Lee Kang-in has emerged as a top priority for Atletico during this summer's transfer window. With Greenwood likely to join Fenerbahce, the path for Lee's transfer to Atletico has become clearer. Diego Simeone, the manager of Atletico, has shown interest in Lee since his time at Mallorca, suggesting that the midfielder may secure a starting position upon his arrival.

Significance of the Transfer

This transfer is expected to be significant not only for Lee Kang-in but also for Asian football as a whole. Fabrizio Romano, a well-known transfer market insider, reported that the agreed transfer fee for Lee Kang-in is around 40 million euros (approximately 70 billion won). The momentum for this deal increased following the South Korean national team's elimination from the group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

As Lee Kang-in prepares to make his return to La Liga, this move marks a pivotal moment in his career and highlights the growing influence of Asian players in European football.