Saudi Arabia breaks the market again: 67 million for this star!

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**Al Qadsiah** has shaken up the international football scene with the signing of **Mateo Retegui**, who will leave Atalanta to join the Saudi club in exchange for 67 million euros. This deal makes the Italian forward the second most expensive signing in the history of the Saudi Pro League, only behind Neymar and ahead of other big names like Malcom or Rúben Neves.

🚨🇸🇦 Mateo Retegui to Al Qadsiah, here we go! Agreement in place with Atalanta for Italian striker to join Saudi Pro League.

Package up to €67m with add-ons to Atalanta…

…and Retegui will sign a long-term contract for a salary over six times his current one in Italy. pic.twitter.com/N1TcnV8F0u

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 9, 2025

Retegui, who shined as the top scorer in Serie A last season, lands in Saudi Arabia to take on the role left vacant by Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. The 25-year-old forward, an international with the Italian national team, has signed a long-term contract with a salary six times higher than what he was earning in Bergamo. His signing strengthens Al Qadsiah's ambitions, positioning them as one of the new stars in the local league.

Mateo Retegui, new signing for Al Qadsiah

Under Michel's leadership, Retegui will lead the attack of a team already composed of experienced players like Koen Casteels, Nacho Fernández, Nahitan Nández, Ezequiel Fernández, and Julián Quiñones. The latter could also change his destination if his move to Real Sociedad materializes, as they have shown interest in his recruitment.

The arrival of the goal scorer marks a step forward for Al Qadsiah, aiming to establish itself as a contender in the Saudi league through high-profile signings. Retegui, with his finishing skills and European experience, arrives with the responsibility of being the new face of the project and a major figure in the championship.

An ambitious move that shows the Saudi club means business.

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