Lee Kang-in

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League: Ligue 1Team: Paris Saint-GermainNationality: South Korea
Positions:AMRWLMLWAge: ~25

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€22.0m€72.2m
Confidence: 72%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
Overall x̄(w) = 78 / 100·Confidence 72%

Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration78

Quick first few steps that let him beat defenders in tight spaces. (conf 0.75)

Top speed70

Not a burner but sufficient pace to get past full-backs. (conf 0.65)

Agility87

Low center of gravity gives him excellent close-control turns under pressure. (conf 0.85)

Stamina76

Covers ground well in PSG's pressing structure across 90 minutes. (conf 0.6)

Control

First touch88

Silky control lets him receive and turn in congested midfield areas. (conf 0.85)

Dribbling88

Elite close control and feints regularly beat defenders in one-on-ones. (conf 0.88)

Ball shielding68

Small frame limits his ability to hold off bigger defenders. (conf 0.6)

Ball striking82

Clean technique produces powerful, well-placed strikes from distance. (conf 0.78)

Distribution

Short passing86

Crisp combination play thrives in PSG's tight passing triangles. (conf 0.82)

Long passing75

Capable of switching play though not his primary tool. (conf 0.65)

Crossing72

Whips in decent deliveries when deployed wide, though not a specialist. (conf 0.6)

Vision85

Consistently spots late runs and threading passes in the final third. (conf 0.8)

Chance threat

Finishing78

Composed finisher with both feet, scored important goals for club and country. (conf 0.75)

Shot selection79

Generally picks smart moments to shoot rather than forcing efforts. (conf 0.7)

Off-ball movement80

Finds pockets between lines to receive and turn toward goal. (conf 0.7)

Set-piece shot82

Reliable set-piece taker with a track record of direct free-kick goals. (conf 0.75)

Duels

Aerial40

Small stature makes him a non-factor in aerial duels. (conf 0.6)

Ground duels72

Low center of gravity helps him win tussles despite lacking size. (conf 0.62)

Defense

Pressing intensity75

Engages actively in PSG's high press from the front and midfield. (conf 0.6)

Defensive disruption65

Contributes tactical fouls and interceptions but not a defensive specialist. (conf 0.55)

Defensive positioning62

Adequate discipline in a structured system though attack-first instincts dominate. (conf 0.55)

Mental

Composure84

Handles big-club and international pressure with a calm, confident demeanor. (conf 0.78)

Decision making81

Usually chooses the right pass or shot in tight attacking windows. (conf 0.72)

Work rate80

Diligent off-ball worker who tracks back and presses consistently. (conf 0.68)

Resilience

Injury reliability68

Has had stretches of muscular issues but no major long-term absences. (conf 0.55)

Outlook

Potential82

Mid-20s and already a key PSG rotation piece, room to grow into a starter. (conf 0.75)

Reputation78

South Korea's talisman alongside Son, well known across European football. (conf 0.78)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

Lee Kang-in is a diminutive, technically gifted South Korean attacking midfielder capable of playing across the front line for Paris Saint-Germain in Ligue 1. His game is built on tight close control, quick feet, and clever combination play in tight spaces, complemented by a genuine set-piece and long-range shooting threat. Since arriving from Mallorca, he has rotated through PSG's front line and midfield, showing flashes of the creativity that made him a breakout star at the 2022 World Cup and beyond. He remains South Korea's most important creative outlet alongside Son Heung-min.

Has a reputation as a dangerous free-kick taker for South Korea.

Joined PSG from Mallorca in 2023 after impressing in La Liga.

Regarded as one of South Korea's brightest attacking talents alongside Son Heung-min.

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