Will Lee Kang-in break the Asian transfer record?

Lee Kang-in is considering leaving Paris Saint-Germain to make a crucial career move.

Lee Kang-in has seen his playing time decline.

According to Le Parisien , Lee Kang-in officially requested a transfer this summer, but the Parisian club is holding onto him with a starting price of 70 million euros, a figure that would break the transfer record for an Asian player.

However, this is only the minimum threshold for any future offers, and PSG expects any club wishing to acquire the South Korean star to spend more than 70 million euros.

Lee's contract with PSG only runs until summer 2027, forcing the club's management to consider selling him at a high price to avoid the risk of losing him for free. PSG's decision to retain the South Korean player last summer was due to two reasons: firstly, Premier League clubs made offers too late, leaving the Parisian club without a replacement.

Despite consistently proving his worth, Lee Kang-in frequently finds himself on the bench.

Secondly, manager Enrique still highly values ​​Lee Kang-in's tactical versatility. Six Premier League clubs, including Arsenal, Manchester United, Newcastle United, Aston Villa, Fulham, and Everton, are rumored to have bid for Lee Kang-in.

However, PSG firmly refused, even rejecting a €70 million offer from an unnamed English club. Lee's brilliant form recently has further solidified his position, fueling his intention to leave next January.

The former Valencia star has always wanted a bigger role at PSG, not just a rotation option or coming on as a substitute. With less than a year and a half to go until the 2026 World Cup, where he is expected to be a key player in the South Korean national team's style of play.

To be ready for that big stage, Lee needs a breakout season, not months of being "frozen" on the bench in Paris.

Source: https://znews.vn/lee-kang-in-se-pha-ky-luc-chuyen-nhuong-chau-a-post1601769.html