Valencia Club de Fútbol regrets its decision to let Lee Kang-in go, who now plays for Atlético Madrid. The news of his free transfer in 2021 is still a topic of debate, especially after the Valencia team finished in 14th place in the La Liga table, with 35 points, 9 wins, 8 draws and 14 losses in 31 games, and a goal difference of -12.
What happened?
Lee Kang-in, 25, was transferred for free by Valencia Club de Fútbol to Mallorca in 2021, which proved to be a costly mistake for the team. The South Korean player had been part of the Valencia team since he was 10 years old and had debuted with the first team at 17.
Why is it important for Valencia Club de Fútbol?
The decision to let Lee Kang-in go backfires, as the player now plays for Atlético Madrid, after a transfer of 40 million euros, including bonuses. Valencia Club de Fútbol will only receive 3.5% of the transfer fee, which amounts to 1.4 million euros.
What comes next?
Valencia Club de Fútbol must learn from its mistakes and make more informed decisions in the future. The team must work to improve its position in the La Liga table and reduce the 44-point gap with leader Barcelona. With a goal difference of -12 and 34 goals scored, the Valencia team must find a way to improve its defense and increase its ability to score goals.
