Atletico Madrid’s recruitment team has begun preparations for the upcoming summer transfer window, focusing on strengthening various areas of Diego Simeone’s squad, particularly the attacking options.
Speculation is rife that Antoine Griezmann will depart the club at the season’s end, with Orlando City reportedly leading the race for his signature. If Alexander Sorloth also moves on as rumored, Atletico would be left with only Julian Alvarez and Ademola Lookman as recognized forwards.
In anticipation of potential departures, especially Griezmann’s, Atletico has identified Paris Saint-Germain’s Lee Kang-in as a prime target. The South Korean international has faced limited starting opportunities at PSG, which has reportedly encouraged Los Colchoneros officials to believe he might be open to a return to Spanish football, having previously played for Valencia and Mallorca.
Recent reports indicate that Atletico representatives have engaged in discussions with Lee’s agents to outline their vision for a summer transfer. The 25-year-old is reportedly aware of Atletico’s interest in bringing him to the Riyadh Air Metropolitano, though securing a deal is expected to be challenging.
PSG Demands €40m for Lee Kang-in Amid Contract Talks
Paris Saint-Germain is reportedly working on a new contract for Lee Kang-in, which, if agreed upon, would likely end Atletico’s hopes. However, if a new deal is not reached, the French champions are prepared to consider offers for the player, reportedly seeking around €40 million. While this figure might seem significant for Atletico, they did invest a comparable sum to acquire Ademola Lookman from Atalanta during the winter window. It remains to be seen how Atletico’s pursuit of Lee will progress as the summer transfer period approaches.
