Ángel Correa, the Argentine forward and 2022 FIFA World Cup champion, has officially transferred from Atlético de Madrid to Tigres UANL of Mexico's Liga MX. The deal, confirmed in July 2025, marks the end of Correa's decade-long tenure with Atlético Madrid. He signed a five-year contract reportedly worth around 10 million euros. The transfer has been described as a major coup for Tigres and the Liga MX, with the club and fans welcoming Correa enthusiastically upon his arrival in Monterrey. Correa expressed his happiness about joining Tigres, citing his connection with teammate Guido Pizarro and his excitement to contribute to the team. Atlético Madrid coach Diego Simeone publicly wished Correa well, acknowledging his departure and endorsing his move to Mexican football. Correa has already begun training with Tigres, scoring a goal in his first practice session, and is expected to debut soon. The signing is considered one of the most high-profile in Liga MX history, highlighting the league's growing appeal to international talent.
'GIGNAC YA ESTÁ AL PAREJO DE SUS COMPAÑEROS' 🐅 @sergiotrevino9 tiene el reporte sobre los Tigres: cuándo podría debutar Ángel Correa y el partido amistoso ante las Amazonas 🤯 #FSRadioMX https://t.co/EpyOkLE705
'BAJÉ A LA CANCHA DEL JALISCO DE LA MANO DE PAVEL PARDO, ESTABA RAFA MÁRQUEZ...' 🦊 @christianelguea recuerda cómo fue que surgió su afición por Atlas, lo que hace recordar anécdotas a sus compañeros, además del tema de la multipropiedad 🥹 #FSRadioMX https://t.co/cSyh1NR7XT
¡Puede ser el mejor! 🐯⚽ Ángel Correa es un importante diferenciador para Tigres y la Liga MX. #DeporTV https://t.co/csEOZ74H8Z