Lee Chung-yong Says He'll Stay at Bolton

Rising soccer star Lee Chung-yong has ended speculation over a possible transfer by saying he will stay with the Bolton Wanderers of the English Premier League.

He told a news conference Sunday afternoon at Incheon International Airport before leaving for England that Bolton is a good team and that he is not considering leaving at this time. 

Lee says he does not want to go to an ordinary team but one that he earnestly wishes to join.

Rumors have spread that Liverpool and other European teams are interested in signing the midfielder.

Lee is nicknamed "Blue Dragon" and has scored five goals in 26 games for his national team, including two in the last World Cup. He also scored four times in 34 games in his first Premiership season.

Bolton has doubled his salary for the upcoming season to three million U.S. dollars.