Atletico Madrid’s sporting directorate is actively preparing for the upcoming summer transfer window, with a primary focus on bolstering Diego Simeone’s squad, particularly in the attacking department.
It’s widely anticipated that Antoine Griezmann will depart from Atleti at the season’s end, with Orlando City emerging as a strong contender for his signature. Speculation also surrounds Alexander Sorloth’s potential exit, which would leave Julian Alvarez and Ademola Lookman as the sole established forwards in the squad.
In light of Griezmann’s likely departure, Atleti has identified Lee Kang-in as a prime candidate to fill the void. The South Korean international has reportedly faced challenges securing regular starting opportunities at Paris Saint-Germain, leading Los Colchoneros officials to believe he might be open to a return to Spanish football, where he previously played for Valencia and Mallorca.
Reports indicate that Atleti representatives recently held discussions with Lee’s agents to outline their plans for a potential summer transfer. The 25-year-old is reportedly aware of the possibility of a move to the Riyadh Air Metropolitano, though securing a deal is expected to be challenging.
PSG’s Demands for Lee Kang-in
PSG, on the other hand, is reportedly attempting to secure Lee’s commitment with a new contract; if successful, this would likely scupper any move to Atleti. Should a new deal not materialize, the reigning European champions are reportedly prepared to sanction his departure, provided they receive an offer around €40 million.
While this figure might seem substantial for Atleti, it’s worth noting they invested a comparable sum in signing Lookman from Atalanta during the winter window. The future of Atleti’s pursuit of Lee remains to be seen as the summer transfer period approaches.
