Lee Kang-in undergoes medical checks in Korea ahead of Atlético Madrid transfer

South Korean football sensation Lee Kang-in is reportedly in his home country to complete his medical examinations as his transfer to Spanish club Atlético Madrid draws near. The move from Paris Saint-Germain is highly anticipated, with reports suggesting a transfer fee of around 40 million euros (approximately 70 billion Korean won).

Dr. José María Villalón, the head of medical services for Atlético Madrid, traveled to Korea specifically to oversee Lee's medical checks. The Dorim-dong Education Center, an all-boys educational facility operated by the East Asia International Exchange Foundation, announced Dr. Villalón's visit on its website. The center shared that Dr. Villalón, who has been with Atlético Madrid for over 30 years, spent meaningful time with them, sharing insights from his extensive experience in sports medicine.

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Spain's Atlético Madrid's team doctor and head of medical services, Dr. José María Villalón, visited Korea to conduct medical checks on national team player Lee Kang-in.

Dr. Villalón has a prior connection with the Dorim-dong Education Center, having visited it during Atlético Madrid's tour of Korea in 2023 for the Coupang Play Series. His current visit aims to assess Lee Kang-in's health status as the player rests in Korea following the North, Central American, and Caribbean World Cup.

Lee Kang-in's move to Atlético Madrid is expected to be finalized this summer. French media outlet RMC Sport reported on July 6 that PSG and Atlético Madrid had reached an agreement for the transfer. If the transfer proceeds smoothly, Lee's unofficial debut for his new club could be during Atlético Madrid's friendly match against Manchester City on August 9 at the Seoul World Cup Stadium, as part of the Coupang Play Series.

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He shared stories from his more than 30 years working with world-class athletes, the field of sports medicine, and the values of life learned within it.