The local media reported that national team midfielder Hwang In-beom (27, Olympiacos), who was rumored to be going to Naples, is highly likely to remain with the team in the new season.
On the 17th메이저놀이터 (Korean time), the Greek media ‘Sportal gr’ reported in an article related to Hwang In-beom’s future, “Hwang In-beom is one of the few gains that Olympiacos has gained this season. He showed his skills and professionalism. I have good things to say about Hwang In-beom’s impression and attitude. He works hard on the training ground and doesn’t give his opponents a chance on the pitch. Hwang In-beom is attracting attention from overseas clubs,” he wrote.
The media added, “In Italy, there was an article about the transfer to Naples. Of course, a transfer to Naples is not a highly likely scenario, but another Napoli may appear tomorrow or the day after tomorrow.” Previously, the Italian daily ‘Ilmatino’ reported that Napoli, which is trying to develop the East Asian market, is interested in recruiting Hwang In-beom and Lee Kang-in (Mallorca).
‘Sportal gr’ continued, “Olympiacos’ position is clear. We will hope to be with Hwang In-beom in the new year. Whenever teams that are watching Hwang In-beom appear, Olympiacos gives one answer. It’s done,'” he wrote.
“There is an issue of whether the new manager wants to win with a Korean player or to leave a Korean player behind. Olympiacos has invested a lot of money in Hwang In-bum.
However, he said that Olympiacos could open the door to negotiations this summer. This is when the amount on the negotiating table is more than 15 million euros (approximately 21.8 billion won). ‘Sportal gr’ said, “If you offer 15 million euros, you will be able to negotiate like other players. But at the moment, there is no such thing. So, Hwang In-beom will take a break, catch his breath, and prepare for the season with a new coach in the new year.” I’m going to start,” he predicted to stay.
Hwang In-beom left FC Seoul in July of last year and joined Olympiacos, where he quickly became a starter. Even in the chaotic situation where the manager of his team was repeatedly changed, he kept the team’s midfield with steady performance. He made 32 appearances and scored 3 goals. Hwang In-beom ended the long season with the final match against PAOK on the 15th. After a short break, he plans to return to Korea and prepare for an A-match in June. Olympiacos finished in third place without overcoming the sluggishness at the beginning of the season.