Park Jin-seob, who captained Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors to a domestic double in 2025, is joining Zhejiang FC in the Chinese Super League. The 30-year-old versatile defender thanked the club and fans while reflecting on his four seasons there.
Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors announced the departure of captain Park Jin-seob, who guided the team to the K League 1 title and Korea Cup victory for a domestic double in 2025. The 30-year-old had been with the club from 2022 to 2025, serving as a versatile defender capable of midfield roles.
After narrowly escaping relegation in 2024, Jeonbuk built the league's tightest defense in 2025 under Park's leadership, conceding just 32 goals in 38 matches. Coach Gus Poyet frequently praised the veteran's on- and off-field guidance. Park finished as runner-up in the K League 1 MVP voting in November and won the Korea Cup MVP award in December.
Park recently requested a move abroad to test himself further, and Jeonbuk approved it in recognition of his four-season contributions. He described playing for his hometown club in Jeonju as a childhood dream and called his time there "the time of my life." "I will always remember the love and support from our fans," he said. "I may be leaving, but I will always root for Jeonbuk from the bottom of my heart."
The transfer forms part of Jeonbuk's extensive offseason changes. Poyet left after one season and was replaced by Chung Jung-yong, previously with Gimcheon Sangmu FC and the under-20 national team. Key players like defender Hong Jeong-ho and midfielder Song Min-kyu are also exiting, while Kwon Chang-hoon joined Jeju SK FC on the same day.
