lee Kang-in’s stay at PSGis now a virtual certainty, and the Korean soccer world is taking notice. a series of reports from leading French media outlets and his decisive performance in the UEFA Super Cup have been key factors in his decision to extend his stay in Paris.

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transfer speculation ends, Requiem “convinced to stay”

paris Saint-Germain’s key attacker, Lee Kang-In, has been overwhelmingly tipped to stay at the club this summer. top French publication L’Equipe has confirmed that Lee will stay at the club, dismissing the transfer market speculation that has been building. “Lee, who has a contract until 2028, has always been part of the club’s plans and a move is not considered,” said club sporting director Luis Campos.

from Super Cup hero to certainty of staying

in the UEFA Super Cup against Tottenham, PSG won their first-ever Super Cup trophy after a penalty shootout, in which Lee scored the winning goal after coming on as a second-half substitute to seal a dramatic victory. down 0-2 and in desperate straits, his left-footed mid-range shot kept hope alive, and he stepped up as the fourth kicker in the penalty shootout and calmly rattled the net.

why Lee considered a move and how his mindset changed

in the second half of last season, Lee’s chances of playing in key matches dwindled significantly, prompting him to consider his future. his increased time on the bench in the second half of the season, as opposed to his active role at the start of the 2024-2025 season, left him desperate for more playing time with the 2026 North and Central American World Cup in mind. As a player, it’s only natural to want more playing time.

the club was determined to keep him

The PSG hierarchy labeled Lee as a core part of the team and made it clear that they were determined to keep him on a long-term deal. sporting director Luis Campos has repeatedly assured us that “Lee is part of the team’s plans and we are not considering a transfer.” the club has completely ruled him out of the sale and specifically expressed its intention to keep him.

transfer market trends and future outlook

with two weeks to go before the transfer window closes, PSG will focus on selling other players. The removal of Lee from the sale list is a clear sign of the club’s intention to keep him. while there is always the possibility of unforeseen developments, at this point, his stay at PSG is a given.

the challenge ahead: securing playing time

with Lee’s retention now a certainty, the next challenge is to ensure he gets enough playing time. while his time on the bench for key games in the second half of last season was a disappointment, the conditions are in place for him to find regular opportunities within PSG’s deep squad. with his sights set on the 2026 World Cup, it will be a matter of how much playing time he can secure and how well he can perform individually.

re-signing push, long-term project in motion

PSG’s decision to retain Lee was based on a combination of positive factors: his contribution to the Super Cup win, the club’s unwavering trust in him, and the push to re-sign him. Going forward, he’ll need to increase his playing time to be more competitive in the run-up to the 2026 World Cup.

frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Q. what is your role at PSG and what are your plans for the future?

A. PSG sees Lee as a key midfielder and plans to use him as part of a long-term project by re-signing him to a new contract, which will allow him to further consolidate his position in the team through increased playing time.

Q. what made you consider a move?

A. Due to a decrease in playing time in the second half of last season, I needed to ensure that I had enough playing time to maintain my match fitness for the 2026 World Cup.

Q. What is the status of the PSG re-signing?

A. The club is actively pursuing a new contract with Lee, and it is likely that he will sign a long-term deal, as the club considers him to be an important source of strength for the team.