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K League 1's Gangwon FC Signs Midfielder Kim 슬기 from Suwon High School and Yonsei University

Kim Hyeong-yeol

Published : Aug 6, 2026 3:37 PM


▲ Kim Seul-gi, who joined Gangwon FC

Professional football club Gangwon FC of K League 1 has signed rookie midfielder Kim Seul-gi (19), a former player of Suwon High School and Yonsei University.

Standing at 186 centimeters and weighing 79 kilograms, Kim was a key pillar of the team during his time at Suwon High School.

Last year, he contributed to Suwon High School's victories in the National High School Football League and the Autumn National High School Tournament. After entering Yonsei University this year, he also experienced a championship win at the Spring Hansandaecheop Cup University Football Tournament.

In 2024, he was also called up for training with the under-17 (U-17) national team.

Kim expressed his determination, saying, "I am truly happy and honored to join Gangwon. I will continue to grow on the professional stage and become an indispensable player for the team."

(Photo: Provided by Korea Professional Football League, Yonhap News)