Correa Bids Emotional Farewell To Atlético Madrid Ahead Of Tigres Move

Ángel Correa’s long journey with Atlético Madrid is ending. The Argentine forward is joining Mexican club Tigres UANL in a deal worth about €6 million.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Ángel “Angelito” Correa has said a tearful farewell to Atlético Madrid fans. He is finalizing his move to Tigres UANL in Mexico. The 30-year-old forward appeared in tears during his likely last game at the Metropolitano Stadium. After almost 11 years with the club, Correa is starting a new chapter. His Liga MX move is expected to happen soon for a fee around €6 million (about $6.7 million).

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Correa joined Atlético Madrid in 2014 and has been crucial to Diego Simeone’s team. He has played over 460 games for the club. The World Cup winner has helped Atlético win major trophies, like the 2020-21 LaLiga title and the 2018 UEFA Europa League. But his playing time has decreased recently, likely leading him to seek new opportunities.

Atlético Madrid is fourth in LaLiga with 68 points, only three points behind third-place Barcelona with two games left. The club is trying to secure a Champions League spot for next season and leads fifth-place Real Betis by seven points. Despite limited playtime, Correa has contributed five goals and seven assists this season.

WHAT TIGRES ARE GETTING

Tigres UANL is getting a very experienced player with a winning history. The Liga MX team is third in the Mexican Clausura tournament with 29 points, just four behind leaders Cruz Azul. Correa will bring European experience and a winning attitude to a team with many international stars.

Tigres’ sporting president, Mauricio Culebro, previously showed interest in Correa, saying “he has the characteristics and conditions we look for.” The club is facing Pumas UNAM in their next game, a key match for their playoff position and chance to reach the top spot.

WHAT NEXT FOR CORREA?

Once the transfer is done, Correa will join Tigres UANL before the Apertura tournament starts in July. The Argentine international hopes to make a quick impact in Liga MX, bringing his skills and winning experience to his new team. For Atlético Madrid, Correa’s exit means the end of an era. The club will likely look for new players in the summer transfer window to get ready for next season’s domestic and European campaigns.