LEE, can't be sold! Manchester United → Arsenal transfer rumors exploded Lee Kang-in's intention to sell PSG at least 50 million euros
Jan 08, 2025
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British media The Athletic said on the 7th (Korea time) 'One of the names Arsnal is discussing is Lee Kang-in. Lee Kang-in plays regularly under Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) coach Luis Enrique, but is open to new challenges, it was reported. Coincidentally, another transfer rumor came out around the same time. Italian media Tuto Mercato said on the 7th that Lee Kang-in could heat up the European transfer market in the winter. He has scored six goals and two assists in 24 games for PSG this season. It is attracting attention from the English Premier League (EPL) club. Newcastle and Manchester United have requested information. It remains to be seen whether PSG is willing to sell Lee Kang-in. The first contact has already been made. The valuation amounts to about 40 million euros. a variable figure'
Lee Kang-in is the core of PSG. He left Real Mallorca (Spain) through the transfer window in the summer of 2023 and wore PSG's uniform. Lee Kang-in has become a key player after adjusting to the 2023-2024 season. He left three goals and four assists in the French League, one goal and one assist in the European Champions League (UCL), and one goal in the Super Cup. He scored double-digit offensive points with five goals and five assists in official matches. PSG won three gold medals in the 2023-2024 season, including League 1, Coupe de France (French Cup), and Trope de Champion (French Super Cup). Lee Kang-in won three gold medals in his French debut season. In particular, Lee Kang-in scored the winning goal at Trope de Champion, the first game in 2024, leading the team to the top. The MVP was also up to him.
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Lee Kang-in played in the first half of this season regardless of his position, including the right-handed striker and the zero-top's 'fake No. 9 striker'. Lee Kang-in played 908 minutes in 16 League 1 games in the first half. He scored three goals with his left foot, two with his right foot, and one with his header. It was also accompanied by two assists. He played 1,297 minutes in a total of 23 matches, including six matches (323 minutes) in the European Champions League and one match in the Coupe de France (66 minutes). He also started at the Trope de Champion, which was recently held, helping him win the title.
PSG's position is clear. Reporter Roik Tanji of French media Lekif said 'PSG has no intention of selling Lee Kang-in. If an offer of at least 50 million euros is received, it can be considered. However, Lee Kang-in also said he has no intention of leaving the team.
The Athletic also 'PSG does not actively consider selling. Lee Kang-in is highly regarded both inside and outside the stadium. He has a big influence in the Asian market. The club wants at least double the 22 million euros invested when recruiting Lee Kang-in. The current price tag is burdensome. If PSG are prepared to consider a loan, including a full recruitment option, Arsenal could also be ready to negotiate,' it said.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
