Star Italian League Top Scorer Mateo Retegui Joins Saudi Club Al Qadsiah
In a surprising and significant development, last season's top scorer of Serie A, Mateo Retegui — one of Italy's most talented and threatening forwards — has made a bold move by transferring to the impressive Saudi club Al Qadsiah. The sleek and technically gifted striker, renowned for his ability to turn matches around and become a hero for his team, will now compete on a new stage in Southwest Asia. This news has taken the football world by storm: according to social media posts and official sources, the transfer fee was approximately €68.25 million, as reported by Transfermarkt. Retegui, aged 26, spent the past year with Atalanta, signing his contract last summer following a transfer from Genoa. During this brief period, he established himself as one of Serie A’s most prolific forwards, appearing in 49 matches, scoring 28 goals, and providing 9 assists across all competitions. In Italy’s top league, he netted 25 goals and became the league's leading scorer, solidifying his reputation as one of Europe's brightest young stars. Retegui's move to Saudi Arabia underscores the growing trend of top European talents heading to the Middle East, where icons like Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema, and Sadio Mané already compete. This transfer not only elevates his career prospects but also highlights Saudi Arabia's ambition to become a major hub for world-class football talent, attracting players from top leagues globally. Fans worldwide now await Retegui’s debut for his new club, but one thing is clear: the name Mateo Retegui is now resonating loudly not only in Italy but also across the Arab world, confirming his status as one of the most promising football stars of his generation.