Tigres UANL is in critical talks over Ángel Correa, the Argentine striker who skipped training at the club’s CET on Thursday despite holding special permission. The 2022 World Cup winner remains under contract with the Monterrey side while Tigres and River Plate finalize terms for his transfer.

What happened with Ángel Correa at Tigres UANL?

The Argentine forward, who lifted the World Cup in Qatar, did not attend Thursday’s 24 July 2026 morning session at the club’s training center. Tigres granted him temporary leave, but Correa remains a registered player until a definitive agreement is reached. Talks between the two clubs resumed after last-minute adjustments to the deal’s terms stalled progress.

Correa cannot travel to Buenos Aires without clearance from Tigres’ board. Sources close to the process say the forward awaits final authorization to join River Plate, though Monterrey’s club retains control of his registration. His camp and the UANL board are working to align details so the move benefits all parties.

Why this case matters for Tigres UANL

Correa is a key attacking asset for Tigres, but his future remains uncertain. The club opened the Liga MX season with a 3-1 loss to Club Tijuana on 17 July 2026. With just one goal scored and three conceded so far, Tigres sit 17th in the standings, six points behind leaders Cruz Azul.

A Correa exit would leave a gap in attack unless an immediate replacement is found. The coach, who faces Atlético San Luis away on 26 July 2026, may need to rethink his system if the Argentine leaves. For now, Tigres insist Correa remains their player until the transfer is signed.

What’s next for Ángel Correa and Tigres UANL?

Negotiations could conclude within days, according to people close to the talks. If River Plate and Tigres agree on outstanding terms, Correa would receive travel clearance to join his new club. Otherwise, the forward may stay in Monterrey for the next Liga MX matchday, where Tigres seek their first win of the season.

Tigres’ board is holding firm on key deal points. Meanwhile, Correa trains privately in the city awaiting a resolution that will decide whether he wears Tigres UANL’s colors or River Plate’s in upcoming games. Fans, who saw their side lose its season opener, hope the saga does not disrupt on-field performance.

The current outlook for Tigres UANL is tough: with one goal scored and three conceded, the team has zero points and sits 17th, six points behind Cruz Azul. The next fixture, at home to Atlético San Luis on 26 July 2026, will be pivotal for the club’s tournament trajectory.