Lee Kang-in Joins Atlético Madrid, Vows to Bring Ambition and Passion for Titles

Lee Kang-in has officially arrived at Atlético Madrid, bringing his ambition and passion for winning titles to the Spanish club. At his official presentation, the 25-year-old midfielder declared his strong desire to achieve championship success.

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I came here with the ambition and passion for winning titles.

"I came here with the ambition and passion for winning titles," Lee stated during the ceremony at the Civitas Metropolitano stadium. He highlighted the club's own hunger for trophies as a major draw. "From the moment I received the club's call, I wanted to join solely to win titles," he added, promising to dedicate himself to training to bring joy to the fans.

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From the moment I received the club's call, I wanted to join solely to win titles.

The influence of Atlético Madrid's veteran midfielder Koke played a significant role in Lee's decision. "Koke is one of the reasons I decided to sign with the club. He contacted me directly," Lee revealed. "I am learning a lot from him every day." Despite a slightly delayed integration due to administrative procedures related to his military exemption, Lee has found the training intensity high but enjoyable, praising the team's atmosphere and manager Diego Simeone's passion.

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Koke is one of the reasons I decided to sign with the club. He contacted me directly.

Atlético Madrid has been active in the transfer market, securing signings like Javi Galán, César Azpilicueta, and Arthur Vermeeren, alongside Lee. This extensive reinforcement aims to bolster the squad after a season without any trophies. Lee, who has been assigned the iconic No. 7 jersey previously worn by Antoine Griezmann, feels the weight of expectation but remains focused on his primary goal: helping the team succeed. He is expected to make his official debut in the upcoming La Liga opener against Villarreal on August 20.

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I am learning a lot from him every day.