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Lee Kang-in officially joins Atletico Madrid, aiming to win trophies
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Lee Kang-in officially joins Atletico Madrid, aiming to win trophies

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • South Korean footballer Lee Kang-in officially joined Atletico Madrid, signaling high expectations for the player.
  • Atletico Madrid invested approximately 40 million euros for Lee's transfer from Paris Saint-Germain.
  • Lee expressed his ambition to win trophies with the club, aiming to lift silverware.

Lee Kang-in, the new "Number 7" for Atletico Madrid, has officially joined the Spanish club. His transfer from Paris Saint-Germain last month has generated considerable anticipation among fans and club officials.

The club reportedly invested around 40 million euros to secure Lee's signature. This significant investment underscores the high hopes Atletico Madrid has for the South Korean talent. The decision to assign him the iconic number 7 jersey, often associated with star players, further emphasizes the club's confidence in his abilities.

During his official introduction, Lee Kang-in conveyed his strong desire to succeed with his new team. He stated his ambition to win trophies, expressing a clear goal to lift silverware with Atletico Madrid. This determination signals his commitment to contributing to the club's success and meeting the expectations that come with his high-profile transfer.

I came with the ambition to win trophies… I want to lift the trophy.

— Lee Kang-inDuring his official introduction to Atletico Madrid.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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