Another team is interested in Lee Kang-in from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). The prestigious Serie A team Napoli, previously associated with Kim Min-jae.

The Italian sports media outlet Corriere dello Sport reported on the 9th (Korean time), "Napoli highly values Lee Kang-in's versatility," stating that "primarily using his left foot, he can handle central midfielder as well as wide and attacking positions, making him a resource that fits Antonio Conte's tactical plans.

Another media outlet, Napoli Calcio, added that "Antonio Conte has been greatly impressed by Lee Kang-in's technical abilities," noting that a positive atmosphere is being formed within the club.

Lee Kang-in is an attacking midfielder, but he can also be utilized as a second striker or winger depending on the situation. This tactical flexibility is analyzed to align with Napoli's plans.

The transfer fee is emerging as a key variable in negotiations. Transfermarkt has estimated Lee Kang-in's market value at 30 million euros (about 47.1 billion won), but Paris Saint-Germain is demanding at least 40 million euros (about 62.9 billion won). In contrast, Napoli reportedly wants to adjust the price to below 25 million euros (about 39.3 billion won). This is why there are forecasts that negotiations may face difficulties.

The club targeting Lee Kang-in is not just Napoli. Premier League's Arsenal is also once again paying attention to him. On the 9th, ESPN quoted The Sun, reporting that "Arsenal has made a renewed attempt to contact Lee Kang-in." Spain's Estadio Deportivo even claimed that "Arsenal, under manager Mikel Arteta, has officially made an offer to PSG. The acquisition of Lee Kang-in is imminent."

Arsenal's new director, Andrea Berta, has been interested in Lee Kang-in since his time at Atletico Madrid. The acquisition was derailed when Lee Kang-in transferred to PSG, but it's rumored that he is still highly regarded for his potential.

Lee Kang-in's recent social media activities are also adding weight to the possibility of a transfer. He deleted PSG-related phrases from his Instagram profile and has not posted anything related to his team for over two months.

Some fans interpret this as a movement hinting at a transfer. However, there is also a counterargument that it's difficult to conclude definitively since other information, such as nationality, has also been deleted.

Realistically, the fact that Lee Kang-in's position within the team is shaky is also contributing to transfer rumors.

He has not had the opportunity to participate from the quarter-finals to the semi-finals of the UEFA Champions League. In the league, he has mostly come on as a substitute and appears to have fallen behind in the starting competition. Lee Kang-in made a strong impression early in the season, recording 6 goals and 6 assists, but his position has weakened significantly since his injury.

French local media analyze that manager Luis Enrique is excluding Lee Kang-in from his tactical plans.

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