Lee Chung-yong, a 37-year-old veteran midfielder, has officially made a move from Ulsan Hyundai to Incheon United in the K League. Incheon United announced the signing on November 11th, highlighting Lee's expected contributions in terms of stability and leadership, which they believe will greatly aid the development of younger players and enhance the overall competitiveness of the team.

Lee debuted in the K League in 2006 with FC Seoul and gained international experience in the UK, where he joined the Premier League side Bolton Wanderers in 2009 at the age of 21. Over his time in England's top two divisions, he played a total of 176 matches, scoring 17 goals and providing 33 assists. He returned to the K League in March 2020 with Ulsan, where he made a significant impact, recording 15 goals and 12 assists over 161 matches during his six seasons with the club.

While Lee played a crucial role in Ulsan's successes, including winning three consecutive K League titles from 2022 to 2024 and the AFC Champions League, his final season at Ulsan was marred by controversies, including a famous 'golf celebration' which allegedly targeted the club's coach. In response to these challenges, he expressed excitement about starting a new chapter at Incheon, indicating his commitment to leveraging his experience and skills to help the team achieve higher goals in the coming seasons.