# Atlético Madrid player transfers

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/atltico-madrid-player-transfers
> Updated: 2026-08-13T12:27:17.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Atlético Madrid began strengthening its squad through targeted transfers, starting with the acquisition of Alejandro Grimaldo from Bayer Leverkusen for approximately €20 million. The club also moved toward signing South Korean midfielder Kang-in Lee from Paris Saint-Germain, with medical assessments conducted in Korea.

Grimaldo has since officially joined the club and made a brief debut in a match against Marseille. During his presentation, the defender expressed ambitions to win titles and become the best full-back in LaLiga, while emphasizing the importance of squad cohesion and physical conditioning for the upcoming season.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-13: Alejandro Grimaldo joins Atlético de Madrid

Alejandro Grimaldo has joined Atlético de Madrid, expressing ambitions to win titles and become LaLiga's top full-back while praising the squad's unity.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alejandro-grimaldo-joins-atltico-de-madrid

### 2026-07-20: Atlético Madrid signs Grimaldo and prepares for Kang‑in Lee transfer

Atlético Madrid signed left‑back Alejandro Grimaldo for €20 m and is conducting a medical for South Korean midfielder Kang‑in Lee, who is expected to join after three years at PSG.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/atltico-madrid-signs-grimaldo-and-prepares-for-kangin-lee-transfer

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Cite as: Atlético Madrid player transfers. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/atltico-madrid-player-transfers