Ángel Correa

The career of Ángel Correa began at the youth level in 2007 at San Lorenzo, eventually leading to a decade-long tenure in Europe. Since his professional debut in 2013, the Rosario-born forward has accumulated domestic titles, international honors, and significant experience across multiple continents, defining his trajectory as a consistent contributor to the Argentina national team.

Early Career and San Lorenzo

Correa signed a professional contract with San Lorenzo in September 2012, moving to the first team shortly thereafter. He debuted in March 2013 and scored his first goal against Boca Juniors in May. During his tenure with the Ciclón, he contributed to the 2013 Inicial title and the 2014 Copa Libertadores success.

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Transition to Atlético Madrid

A move to Atlético Madrid followed in 2014 for a fee of €7.5 million. His integration was delayed by a heart tumour discovered that June, requiring surgery in New York. He officially joined the squad in December 2014 and made his debut in August 2015. Over his time in Madrid, he reached 200 appearances by 2019 and was part of the squad that secured the 2017–18 UEFA Europa League and the 2020–21 La Liga title.

International Milestones

Correa captained the Argentina U-20 side during the 2015 South American U-20 Championship, where he was named Player of the Tournament after scoring in the final against Uruguay. His senior career included appearances during the 2021 Copa América and a late inclusion in the 2022 FIFA World Cup squad, where he featured in the semi-final against Croatia.

Subsequent Moves

In July 2025, Correa transferred to the Mexican club Tigres UANL. During the 2025–26 season, he recorded 54 appearances, 23 goals, and 14 assists. By July 2026, he returned to Argentina, joining River Plate for a reported fee of US$19 million.