PSG have confirmed the arrival of South Korean attacker Lee Kang-in from Mallorca on a five-year contract. The 22-year-old attacking midfielder from South Korea, is now the first player from his country to join the club.
Lee Kang-in unveiled as a PSG player. Source: Club’s website Born in Incheon in 2001, Lee Kang-In moved to Spain at the age of 10 to join Valencia’s Academy in 2011. At just 17 years old, he made his debut for the first team in 2018, after spending seven years with the club. After representing Valencia for three seasons, featuring in 62 matches and scoring three goals, Lee Kang-In moved on to Mallorca in 2021. Though he suffered a mediocre debut campaign, the 22-year-old got a breakthrough year in the 2022-23 season. Primarily operating as a winger but equally effective in a central role, he played in 39 matches across various competitions last season, netting six goals and providing six assists. 22-year-old Lee Kang-in signed a five-year contract with PSG after a reported €22m (£18.8m) deal, and he’s now the Ligue 1 champions’ fourth new signing of the current window. Lee follows Milan Skriniar, Marco Asensio, and Manuel Ugarte to the Parc des Princes and departs Mallorca following a successful two-year spell with the Spanish club.
Lee Kang-in playing for South Korea. Source: Getty Speaking to the club’s website, he said; “It’s incredible to be able to join Paris Saint-Germain, it’s one of the biggest clubs in the world, with some of the greatest players in the world, said Lee Kang-In. I can’t wait to start this new adventure. “I have known Paris Saint-Germain since I was small. They are one of the best teams in the world. I have also been following the French league for a long time too. It’s a very competitive league, which boasts a lot of very talented players. “My position on the pitch can vary, I am a midfielder that is capable of playing on both wings. I’m a skilful player who’s comfortable on the ball. I’ve got a lot of desire and a thirst to win. I’m here to help the team as a whole, with the aim of helping the team to win. “My objective is always to help the team as much as possible, to help the club to win every match and as many titles as possible.”
Manuel Ugarte at a match for Sporting Lisbon. Source: Reuters However, the Blues soon pulled out of the race for the South American, who quickly earmarked the Parc des Princes as his preferred destination for a summer move. Ugarte is the third player to be recruited by PSG this summer after Skriniar and Asensio signed on free transfers. France’s 2018 World Cup-winning defender Lucas Hernandez is also expected to arrive as new coach Luis Enrique looks to strengthen his team for next season. However, there remain ongoing questions about the future of Kylian Mbappe, who said last month that he would not extend his contract, which expires next year. If there is no change to his stance the club must sell the player in the current transfer window, otherwise, they will likely lose him for nothing when his deal ends. 
Sandro Tonali thanking AC Milan fans after a match. Source: Getty “First of all, I want to thank Newcastle United because they are giving me a huge opportunity for my career. “I want to repay the trust on the pitch, giving it my all, as I always have. I’m really excited about playing at St. James’ Park, I can’t wait to feel the warmth of the fans.” The Italian footballer made 130 appearances for Milan after initially joining the club on a season-long loan from Brescia in 2020. He made his loan move permanent the following year after a successful debut season. He made 48 appearances in all competitions last season and helped Milan finish fourth in Serie A. He also helped Milan reach the Champions League semi-finals for the first time since 2007. Commenting on the new signing, Newcastle coach Eddie Howe said; “He is an exceptional talent and has the mentality, physicality, and technical attributes to be a great fit for us. 
Nicolas Jackson unveiled as Chelsea player. Source: Getty Jackson is now Mauricio Pochettino’s second summer signing since he took charge in May following the £52m arrival of Christopher Nkunku from RB Leipzig. Announcing their new signing, Chelsea’s co-sporting directors Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley said; “We are excited to welcome Nicolas to Chelsea. He is a young player with big potential, as he showcased for Villarreal last season. “We believe he is ready for this next step in his career and look forward to him working with our new head coach, Mauricio Pochettino, and his Chelsea teammates.” Jackson moved to Villarreral from Senegal in 2019 and, like Nkunku, can play as a central striker or on the wings. He played for Villarreal B before representing the first team from 2021 and has since scored 13 goals in 47 games, registering six assists. 
Nicolas Jackson coming in as a substitute for Villarreal. Source: Getty He almost signed for Bournemouth in January for about £25 million, but that deal collapsed after he suffered a hamstring injury which ruled him out for most of the last campaign. Jackson’s late season form, in what was a breakthrough campaign, earned him La Liga Player of the Month in May, helping Villarreal finish fifth and qualify for the Europa League. He also featured for Senegal at the Qatar World Cup, making his international debut in a group-stage game against the Netherlands. The Senegalese star is expected to compete for a role in Pochettino’s frontline next season along with Nkunku, Armando Broja, and David Datro Fofana. With Nicolas Jackson confirmed, Chelsea now needs to clear more deadwood in their attack. Romelu Lukaku, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, and Christian Pulisic are still on the club’s books, and they will all need to be sold in the coming weeks. 
Mateo Kovacic unveiled as a Manchester City player. Source: Manchester City The treble winners said the 29-year-old had signed a four-year contract after the clubs reportedly agreed an initial fee of £25 million ($32 million), with a potential £5 million in add-ons. Kovacic joins Pep Guardiola’s side after five years at Chelsea, where he won the Champions League and Europa League and made 221 appearances. Kovacic isn’t seen as a direct replacement for the outgoing Ilkay Gundogan, but there are some similarities. That includes the ability to play in multiple positions in the middle, with City Director of Football Txiki Begiristain citing two different roles he can play. Add in the experience the Croatian midfielder has for club and country, and City are delighted with the ‘great signing’ they have made. Speaking to the club’s website, Kovacic who will wear the number 8 shirt said; 
Kovacic playing against Manchester City in the Premier League. Source: Getty “This is a brilliant move for me, and I cannot wait to get started with City. “Anyone who has watched this team under Pep knows how good they are – for me, they are the best in the world. The trophies they have won are clear for all to see, but they are also the best footballing side out there. To be joining this squad really is a dream for any footballer. “I still have plenty of learning and developing to do, and I know under Pep’s management I can become a better player, which is really exciting for me. “I still have plenty of learning and developing to do, and I know under Pep’s management I can become a better player, which is really exciting for me. “My plan now is to rest for a few weeks before coming back to Manchester to prepare for the new season. I want to help this club stay at the top and win more trophies.” Kovacic is City’s first signing of the transfer window and his arrival compensates for the departure of Gundogan, who joined Barcelona on a free transfer on Monday after seven years at the club. 
Christopher Nkunku in a match for RB Leipzig. Source: Getty Also confirming their new signing, Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley, Chelsea’s co-sporting directors, said: “Christopher has proved himself one of the standout attacking players in European football over the past two seasons and will add quality, creativity, and versatility to our squad. “He has demonstrated his ability at the highest level with RB Leipzig and France and we look forward to him joining up with his new teammates ahead of the new season.” Nkunku is Chelsea’s second signing of the summer after the transfer of 16-year-old Ecuadorian midfielder Kendry Paez from Independiente del Valle for €20m (£17.27m). He will not join the club until 2025 when he turns 18. 
