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Lee Kang-in's Atletico Madrid Transfer Imminent as Team Doctor Arrives for Medical Check

From Hankyoreh · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Midfielder Lee Kang-in is nearing a transfer from Paris Saint-Germain to Atletico Madrid.
  • Atletico's team doctor visited South Korea for Lee's medical check-up, indicating the deal is in its final stages.
  • The transfer is reportedly worth over 40 million euros, with Lee seeking more playing time at the Spanish club.

South Korean football star Lee Kang-in's move to Spanish club Atletico Madrid is on the verge of completion. The midfielder, currently with Paris Saint-Germain, is reportedly undergoing his medical examination in South Korea, with Atletico's team doctor, Jose Maria Villalon, visiting the country for the procedure.

Atletico's team doctor, Jose Maria Villalon, visited South Korea for Lee Kang-in's medical check-up.

— HankyorehConfirmation of the medical check-up in South Korea.

Villalon, who has been Atletico's head of medical services for over 30 years, reportedly has a long-standing friendship with the director of the Dorim-dong Education Center, where his visit was confirmed. While Villalon visited the center, Lee Kang-in himself was not present, as he is currently resting in South Korea after completing his national team duties.

Villalon has been the head of medical services at Atletico for over 30 years.

— HankyorehDetails about the Atletico doctor's long tenure.

French media outlet RMC Sport reported that Paris Saint-Germain and Atletico Madrid have agreed on a transfer fee exceeding 40 million euros (approximately 70 billion Korean won). Fabrizio Romano, a reputable European football journalist, also hinted at the imminent transfer with his characteristic "Here we go" announcement.

Paris Saint-Germain has agreed to transfer Lee Kang-in to Atletico Madrid.

— RMC SportReport on the agreement between the clubs.

Lee Kang-in joined Paris Saint-Germain in the summer of 2023, contributing to their success in the UEFA Champions League for two consecutive seasons. However, his role as a rotation player has led to speculation about his desire for more consistent playing time. Atletico Madrid, a top-tier team in La Liga alongside Barcelona and Real Madrid, offers a promising opportunity for Lee to secure a more prominent role.

Here we go

— Fabrizio RomanoJournalist's announcement hinting at the transfer's finalization.
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Originally published by Hankyoreh in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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