Lee’s touching words after leaving PSG

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·25 luglio 2026

Lee’s touching words after leaving PSG

Lee Kang-In, a 25-year-old South Korean midfielder/forward, officially left Paris Saint-Germain this Saturday to join Atlético Madrid. Following this transfer, estimated at 40 million euros including bonuses, the player posted a message on social media for the club, his now former teammates, and the supporters.

Lee “the first word that comes to mind is simply thank you.”

Paris, I still vividly remember the day I arrived here, with big dreams. Today, as my journey in Paris comes to an end, the first word that comes to mind is simply thank you. Thank you to the club, to everyone who works behind the scenes every day, to the coaches, the staff, and all my teammates. Thank you for believing in me, for trusting me, and for all the moments we shared together. Above all, thank you to you, the supporters. Your chants at the Parc des Princes filled my heart and still echo within me today. You were always there, in the good times and in the most difficult moments. I will never be able to thank you enough for your support.

Lee “one of the greatest privileges of my career.”

We experienced unforgettable moments and wrote a story that I will always be proud of. Winning two Champions Leagues in a row, lifting so many trophies, and sharing all those emotions with you will remain one of the greatest privileges of my career. I am leaving Paris with a part of myself staying behind, but I will keep this club and every one of you deep in my heart forever. Paris gave me much more than football. This city and this club helped me grow, both on the pitch and off it. I leave with immense gratitude, a great deal of pride, and a heart full of memories. Thank you for everything. See you soon.”

There is always a certain emotion when someone leaves, especially after winning so many titles. Even though Lee did not manage to establish himself as a regular starter on the biggest nights, he still played a real role with several decisive performances. It is a group that wins, not just the starters. It was a major step in his career, and he can be happy with his journey. This chapter undoubtedly helped him grow, and now he is going to Atlético Madrid to truly make his mark.

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One can only wish him success. Lee will leave a rather positive image in Paris, even if there is some disappointment that he did not rediscover the spark he showed at Mallorca or with the national team, with strong fighting spirit, a few moments of great technical quality, decisive actions, and a backup role he accepted without complaining. He is part of a historic PSG side, and that is no small thing.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇫🇷 here.