Lee Kang-in expressed his desire to win after joining Atlético

South Korean midfielder Lee Kang-in said during his presentation at Atlético Madrid that he joined the club with the desire to win and help the team earn trophies. Club president Enrique Cerezo presented the 25-year-old player with a No. 7 jersey, according to the Korea Herald.

In late July, Lee Kang-in signed a five-year contract with Atlético after three seasons with Paris Saint-Germain in France. On August 9, he made his first appearance for his new team during preseason training in Seoul, and was later officially presented in Madrid.

The soccer player grew up in Spain and, early in his club career, played in La Liga for Valencia and Mallorca. According to the player, he had long been aware of Atlético’s prestige, and after the Madrid club contacted his agents, he focused solely on joining this team to help it win more titles.

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Lee Kang-in noted that he has the ambition to win, but emphasized the importance of hard work and daily progress. In his opinion, this can help the team bring joy to its fans.

The midfielder also spoke highly of head coach Diego Simeone. He said he was impressed by the coach’s passion and energy, which rub off on the players. Lee Kang-in described his first few days with the team as intense but deeply enjoyable.

The new Atlético signing stated that he does not want to attach excessive significance to the number 7, previously worn by Antoine Griezmann. He called the number special but emphasized that his main goal is to contribute to the team’s play. Atlético will kick off its La Liga campaign with a home match against Málaga.