Aston Villa Face Challenge Signing €55M-Rated Atalanta Goal-Scorer to Replace PSG Target

CaughtOffside reported on Saturday, citing sources, that Durán could leave the club as early as the January transfer window, but their preferred replacement for the Colombian may not be available.

Aston Villa are monitoring Mateo Retegui, the 25-year-old striker at Atalanta, who is also linked to Arsenal.

In recent weeks, Villa scouts have closely observed Retegui, and reports of his performances in matches against Cagliari and Empoli have reportedly impressed the Premier League club.

While Atalanta are not actively looking to sell the player, they would be forced to reconsider if an offer of around €55 million came in. Retegui’s preferences remain unclear.

However, with Roma, Napoli, and Juventus also reportedly keeping tabs on him, the striker could opt to remain in Serie A if he chooses.