According to the Calciomercato journalist Russian Mauritius, Arsenal There were scouts present to watch Atalanta striker Mateo Retegui against Young Boys in the champions league On Wednesday.
The Gunners were linked with several strikers during the summer transfer window, but they decided not to reinforce the apartment. However, they will likely do so next year, considering their shortcomings from the start.
Kai Havertz He has done well with 8 goals in 18 games this season, but the London giants need someone with better consistency if they are to seriously challenge for the title. first division title about upcoming campaigns.
Russian now reports that the Gunners were keeping an eye on Retegui during Atalanta's emphatic 6-1 win over Young Boys. They were not alone on the exploration mission. Paris Saint-Germain is also a firm admirer of the Italian star.
Possible target
Retegui arrived in the Italian top flight with Genoa in the summer of 2023. The 25-year-old was decent in his debut campaign with 9 goals and 4 assists in all competitions, but has improved his game with Atalanta.
The talented marksman signed for the Bergamo side from Genoa last summer and has been in exemplary form for them with 14 goals and 3 assists in just 19 appearances in all competitions to date.
Retegui has found his full potential with the Champions League team and could take the next big step. Atalanta have been known as a selling club over the years and they could consider selling for the right price next summer.
Arsenal had talent scouts to observe their performance in midweek, but the big question is whether the coach Mikel Arteta will give the green light to a transfer. Retegui is not known for his ball distribution skills.
He £23 million Star impresses with his movements in the final third, but does not have good ball control. If the Gunners rely solely on scoring goals, Retegui could be considered a realistic summer target.
However, Arteta may want a lot more from his centre-forward. Newcastle UnitedEditSporting Lisbon's Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres would be better suited for the Gunners with their versatile attributes.
