Lee Kang-in tipped to start for Atlético against Stuttgart

Atlético Madrid visit Stuttgart on 21 October for the third round of the Champions League league phase.

Spanish media predict South Korean forward Lee Kang-in will start alongside Julián Álvarez and Jonathan David, though the lineup has not been confirmed.

Atlético are seeking their first away win in this season’s competition after losing to Liverpool and beating Manchester United.

Stuttgart have won both of their opening matches, but sit 13th in the German league, while Atlético are second in Spain’s league.

Koke and Cristian Romero are out injured, leaving Atlético without two key players for the trip.

The match will test Stuttgart against a strong opponent, after their first two European wins came against teams described as lower in the standings.

Lee has recently started two matches but was substituted in the second half, and his role in attack will be closely watched.