As Aston Villa strive to close the gap on the Premier League’s top four, they are reportedly planning a move for Atalanta’s £46m forward Mateo Retegui, according to CaughtOffside.
After a rollercoaster first half of the season, with Villa currently sitting ninth in the league, Unai Emery faces challenges, especially following Jhon Duran’s red card in their recent loss to Newcastle United. With Duran sidelined for three matches and Ollie Watkins recovering from injury, the team is looking to bolster their attacking options.
Retegui, who has been instrumental in Atalanta’s Serie A rise this season, is now a key target for Villa. Scouts have already been watching him, and if he helps Atalanta win the Serie A title, the striker could move to the Premier League next year. His potential arrival, alongside Watkins and Duran, would strengthen Villa’s attack, giving Emery the option to experiment with a strike partnership.
Retegui’s aggressive playing style has caught the attention of analysts, and he has outperformed both Duran and Watkins in terms of goals and expected goals this season. His addition would give Villa one of the Premier League’s strongest attacking units, a critical move as they aim for a Champions League spot.
