1. FC Magdeburg signs Korean striker on loan 1. FC Magdeburg has officially confirmed the signing of Chunghyun Lee (18). The winger joins on a one-year loan from South Korean top-flight side Bucheon FC, with the 2. Bundesliga club securing a buy option. Lee was recently called up to South Korea’s U20 national team. The club starts the new season with 0 points. So far this campaign, 1. FC Magdeburg has scored 0 goals and conceded 0 (0 goal difference). ## Who is Chunghyun Lee? The 18-year-old South Korean is considered a major talent in his homeland. He was recently called up to his country’s U20 squad and is known for his pace and skill on both flanks. Lee is the second South Korean to join 1. FC Magdeburg this transfer window, following Doyoung Yoon (19), who arrived on loan from Brighton & Hove Albion. ## What does the transfer mean for Magdeburg? With Lee and Yoon, a Korean duo could make waves in the 2. Bundesliga. The club is banking on young, talented players to strengthen its attack. Lee’s contract was signed during a friendly match in Leipzig. ## Next opponent: Hertha BSC On February 13, 2027, 1. FC Magdeburg will host Hertha BSC at the MDCC-Arena. The Berlin side currently sits in 7th place in the table.