[Official] Lee Gi-hyeok and Shin Min-ha to be absent... Gangwon FC signs '188cm left-footed center-back' Kang Sung-yoon in preparation for AG

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On the 20th, K League 1 club Gangwon FC announced the signing of central defender Kang Sung-yoon (23).

Kang stands at 188cm and weighs 81kg, possessing a solid physique. Gangwon highlighted his ability to launch forward passes using his left foot and his strength in aerial duels as key assets.

The background for Gangwon's acquisition of Kang is the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games scheduled for September this year. Existing center-backs Lee Gi-hyeok and Shin Min-ha are expected to leave the team to participate in the tournament.

To fill the gap in the defensive line, Gangwon selected Kang Sung-yoon as a resource.

Kang played for Konkuk University before joining Daejeon Hana Citizen in 2024, making his professional debut. He then spent time with Daejeon B-team, appearing in 20 K4 League matches until July 2025 and scoring one goal. He later transferred to Pyeongtaek Citizen FC, where he played 21 K4 League matches during the second half of the 2025 season, steadily gaining match experience.

This year, he moved to Dangjin Citizen Football Club, recording one goal in 14 K3 League matches. He also appeared in three Korea Cup games, contributing to his team's advancement to the Round of 16; Dangjin is currently competing in the quarterfinals.

Through the club, Kang Sung-yoon stated, "I am happy and grateful to join Gangwon FC, a prestigious K League club," adding, "I will quickly integrate into the team with an attitude of learning at every moment."

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