Gwangju FC’s (hereinafter referred to as Gwangju) franchise star Eom Ji-sung (22) has confirmed his transfer to English Football League (EFL) Championship team Swansea City.

On the afternoon of the 3rd, Gwangju held a video conference between Gwangju CEO Noh Dong-il and Swansea representatives to discuss the details of the transfer and finalized the procedures.

Eom Ji-sung, a product of the club's youth team Kumho High School, joined the professional ranks immediately after graduating in 2021. In his first year, he recorded 4 goals and 1 assist in 37 matches, and in the 2022 season, he scored 9 goals and 1 assist in 28 matches, earning him a place in the K League 2 Best XI and the Young Player Award, showcasing his skills as an ace.

That same year, he was first selected for the South Korean national team and made his A-match debut with a goal in a friendly against Iceland, quickly rising to stardom.

Swansea City had been monitoring Eom Ji-sung's performance, especially as he led Gwangju to their best-ever K League 1 finish of 3rd place and qualification for the AFC Champions League in the 2023 season. Swansea expressed strong interest in acquiring him. Gwangju, focusing on the player’s future, negotiated positively and reached a favorable conclusion.토토사이트

Gwangju is planning to hold a farewell ceremony for Eom Ji-sung and the fans during the week.