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[헤럴드경제=민성기 기자] Aston Villa FC of the English Premier League (EPL) delivered their first recruitment offer for Lee Kang-in to Mallorca in the transfer market this winter.
Court Offside, a British media outlet, said on the 11th (Korean time), “Mallorca expected more than 15 million euros (regarding 20.1 billion won) for Lee Kang-in’s transfer fee, but Aston Villa offered 13.5 million euros (regarding 18.1 billion won) for Lee Kang-in’s transfer fee.” said.
The cutoffside noted, “Lee Kang-in, a 21-year-old attacking midfielder, has attracted the attention of manager Unai Emery, and Aston Villa’s new manager is ready to sign him.”
As for the cutoff side, “Aston Villa is not the only Premier League club considering signing Lee Kang-in. Newcastle also intends to offer up to 17 million euros (approximately 22.8 billion won) for Lee Kang-in. Lee Kang-in can play not only as a winger but also as an attacking midfielder, and he might be a good signing for coaches Emery and Eddie Howe,” explained Newcastle’s interest.
Newcastle is in third place in the Premier League this season and has a high chance of advancing to the UEFA Champions League next season, so it may be a better opportunity for Lee Kang-in.
In addition, Newcastle has shown excellent financial power since the Saudi Arabian sovereign wealth fund took over, so there is a good chance that it will not be pushed back when competing with Aston Villa for transfer fees.
Lee Kang-in plays a key role in Mallorca in the 2022/23 season, and also plays a big role in the team’s performance.
Lee Kang-in has played 15 games for Mallorca this season, recording 2 goals and 3 assists, playing an active role as a key player.
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