Is the transfer news of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) Lee Kang-in (24) about to arrive?
The French outlet 'LiveFoot' reported on the 26th (Korean time) that "Lee Kang-in, who was acquired for 22 million euros (approximately 34.9 billion won) in the summer of 2023, is receiving a lot of interest, and PSG may sell him due to a good transaction within a few weeks."
The media added, "Lee Kang-in, who has versatility, has the qualities to become an important resource in PSG under Luis Enrique. However, due to a lack of confidence, consistency, and efficiency, he has been unable to secure a starting spot. PSG plans to sell him this summer, presenting an opportunity to secure high revenue. PSG Director General Luis Campos aims to sell Lee Kang-in, acquired for 22 million euros, for about 10 million euros (15.8 billion won) more. Arsenal and Napoli are likely to be the last two clubs negotiating with PSG. Due to the competition between them, PSG has a chance to obtain their desired transfer fee of 30 million euros (approximately 47.6 billion won)."
Earlier, on the 9th of last month, 'ESPN' also reported, citing British tabloid 'The Sun', that "Lee Kang-in is being consolidated with Arsenal." Arsenal's new director, Andrea Bert, previously attempted to acquire Lee Kang-in while he was at Mallorca in 2023, but it failed. At that time, Lee chose PSG.
Napoli, which dominated Serie A and is actively acquiring in this summer transfer market, is also keeping an eye on Lee Kang-in. 'Corriere dello Sport' reported that "Napoli wants left-footed midfielder Lee Kang-in. He is an ideal resource for the team’s plan."
'Napoli Calcio' also reported, "Manager Antonio Conte is impressed by Lee Kang-in's outstanding technique. His main position is attacking midfielder, but he can also play as a second striker and right winger."
Lee Kang-in was also consolidated with Napoli last summer. At that time, PSG was targeting Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, and Napoli proposed some players, including Lee Kang-in, as trade cards. However, PSG rejected this offer.
Lee Kang-in is under contract with PSG until 2028. From the club's perspective, since there is plenty of contract duration remaining, there’s no urgent need to sell.
However, Lee Kang-in needs a place to play right now.
Lee Kang-in experienced winning the French Ligue 1, French Cup, French Super Cup, and UEFA Champions League (UCL) title as part of PSG during the 2024-2025 season. In the early part of the season, he performed as a multi-resource, moving between the flanks and the center, but as the season progressed, competition within the team intensified, and he often remained on the substitutes list.
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