Retegui leaves Atalanta: Record signing for Al Qadsiah in the Saudi league

Italian striker Mateo Retegui has finalized his transfer to Al Qadsiah, a team in the Saudi Pro League, coming from Atalanta. Both clubs confirmed this on Monday.Italian media report that the Serie A top scorer last season has signed a four-year contract.Although official financial details have not been revealed, Italian sources estimate that the operation is around 65 million euros, which could make Retegui the most expensive Italian footballer in history.Retegui, after only one season at Atalanta, arrived from Genoa as a replacement for Gianluca Scamacca, and managed to score 25 goals in the league, contributing to the team’s third place.The Percassi family, the Pagliuca family, and the entire Nerazzurri club sincerely thank Mateo for his extraordinary contribution last season and wish him the best for the continuation of his sporting career and his future.Retegui, born in Argentina, obtained eligibility to play for Italy thanks to his grandparents. He was called up by Roberto Mancini in 2023, scoring in his debut in the 2-1 defeat against England. The 26-year-old striker has six goals in 20 appearances for the Italian national team.Gabonese striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang left the Saudi club on Thursday, after scoring 21 goals in 36 matches in all competitions during his only season at Al-Qadsiah.