Ángel Correa, the Argentine forward and 2022 FIFA World Cup champion with Argentina, has officially transferred from Atlético de Madrid to Tigres UANL in Mexico's Liga MX. After a decade-long tenure at Atlético Madrid, Correa signed a five-year contract with Tigres, with the transfer fee reported to be around 10 million euros. The move was confirmed in mid-June 2025, with negotiations led by Tigres player Guido Pizarro, who expressed confidence in Correa's arrival. Atlético Madrid coach Diego Simeone publicly endorsed Correa's transfer to Mexico, calling him an extraordinary player and wishing him well. Correa arrived in Monterrey in early July 2025, receiving a warm welcome from Tigres fans at the airport. He expressed enthusiasm about joining Tigres, citing his identification with the club and its passionate fan base. Correa quickly integrated into the team, completing medical exams and physical tests, and began training with Tigres. He made an immediate impact by scoring a remarkable goal during training and later debuted in the Leagues Cup 2025, where he scored two goals in a convincing win against Houston Dynamo. The acquisition of Correa is regarded as a major boost for Tigres and the Liga MX, with analysts highlighting the significance of securing a world champion player instead of alternatives like MLS or Brazilian clubs. Correa is the 18th World Cup champion to play in Mexico, and his arrival is seen as a key reinforcement for the Apertura 2025 tournament.