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Lee Kang-in's Atletico Madrid move imminent, jerseys already sold out, No. 7 number rumored
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Lee Kang-in's Atletico Madrid move imminent, jerseys already sold out, No. 7 number rumored

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Lee Kang-in's transfer to Atletico Madrid is imminent, with marketing effects already appearing, including sold-out jerseys.
  • The transfer fee is reportedly 40 million euros, with a 5-year contract, and Lee has chosen Spain for more playing time despite lucrative offers from Saudi Arabia.
  • Lee may inherit the iconic No. 7 jersey, previously worn by Antoine Griezmann, potentially boosting jersey sales further and opening up the Asian market for Atletico Madrid.

Lee Kang-in's move to Atletico Madrid is on the verge of completion, and the club is already seeing significant marketing benefits, with his jersey reportedly selling out.

Atletico is already feeling the effects of signing Lee Kang-in.

— ASThe Spanish newspaper AS reported on the marketing impact of Lee Kang-in's potential transfer.

European football transfer experts have confirmed Atletico's agreement to sign the 25-year-old Paris Saint-Germain player for an estimated 40 million euros on a five-year deal. Lee, who has been seeking more playing time, reportedly turned down a lucrative offer from a Saudi Arabian club and proposals from Tottenham and Juventus to join Atletico.

Lee Kang-in's jersey has already sold out on Nike's online store in Korea.

— ASAS highlighted the immediate commercial success surrounding the player's potential move.

Ruben Aria, a journalist covering Atletico, revealed that Lee could be given the No. 7 jersey, previously worn by Antoine Griezmann. This iconic number, along with the potential for increased playing time, is seen as a key factor in Lee's decision. The move is also expected to open up the Asian market for Atletico Madrid.

Tottenham and Juventus entered the race to sign Lee Kang-in during the 2026 World Cup.

— Ruben AriaJournalist Ruben Aria discussed the competition for Lee Kang-in's signature.
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