Atalanta’s best player of the 24/25 season is on his way away from the Italian club for €70 million.
Mateo Retegui says goodbye to Atalanta after a successful season in Serie A
The 26-year-old, who with his 25 goals became Serie A’s top scorer, is now about to start a new chapter in his career – far from the European continent. The Italian-Argentine striker has impressed greatly, which has skyrocketed his market value and attracted interest from clubs with significantly more financial muscle than traditional top European clubs.
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Retegui sold for €70 million
The winner of the bidding round is Al-Qadsiah, one of the new players in Saudi Arabia’s ambitious football project. The transfer has been confirmed for €70 million, a sum that makes this one of the most profitable sales in Atalanta’s history. The club’s sporting management was aware that after such an outstanding season, it would be difficult to keep the striker when the finances from the buyers far exceeded what they could match.
From promising talent to Serie A’s top scorer
Retegui arrived at Atalanta as a promising talent with development potential, but has developed into a feared goalscorer with his physicality, goal instinct and agility in attack. His breakthrough coincides with a phase of renewal in Saudi Arabian football, with several clubs targeting European talent to raise the league’s level and international reputation. The signing of Retegui therefore marks a clear demonstration of power from Al-Qadsiah.
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Announcement expected soon
In the next few days, the Saudi Arabian club is expected to announce the signing officially, with a presentation that reflects the calibre of the transfer. The player himself has shown enthusiasm for the new challenge and is convinced that he can maintain his level in a competitive environment that is different but increasingly demanding.
