Fiorentina has agreed to acquire Argentine forward Mateo Pellegrino from Parma for a fee exceeding 20 million euros, bolstering their attack following the recent arrival of Franco Mastantuono, according to reports from Italian and Argentine sports media outlets.
Fiorentina Secures Parma’s Leading Scorer
The European transfer market continues its active pace with another significant deal involving an Argentine standout. Following the arrival of Franco Mastantuono on a one-season loan from Real Madrid, Fiorentina reached an agreement to bring in Mateo Pellegrino, according to reports corroborated by TyC Sports. The 24-year-old forward emerged as Parma’s top goalscorer during the Serie A campaign, netting 12 goals across 39 official appearances.
Within league competition specifically, Pellegrino contributed nine goals, placing him fourth among Argentine players in the division. His output trailed only Inter Milan’s Lautaro Martínez with 17, Como’s Nico Paz with 12, and Torino’s Giovanni Simeone with 11.
Journalist Fabrizio Romano reported that the agreement is finalized for a fee surpassing 20 million euros, with both the player and his agent, Pablo Sabbag, approving the terms ahead of final document exchanges. The Spanish-born forward is expected to sign a four-year contract with the Florence club, as noted by TyC Sports.
World Cup Pre-List Recognition and Career Trajectory
Pellegrino’s strong form in Italian football earned him a spot on Lionel Scaloni’s preliminary roster for the Argentina national team ahead of the upcoming World Cup cycle, highlighting his rapid ascent. Before moving to Europe in early 2025—when Vélez Sarsfield transferred 50% of his rights for approximately two million dollars—Pellegrino registered 52 appearances, 15 goals, and two assists.
Prior to his Italian venture, the forward enjoyed a productive spell at Platense, scoring 15 goals and providing two assists. His performances included a decisive strike against Boca Juniors during the 2024 Liga Profesional de Fútbol season.
Because he holds dual citizenship, Pellegrino remains eligible to represent Spain internationally. When asked about his international future in an interview with ESPN, he remarked that he keeps his options open without rushing any decisions regarding national team representation.
Next Steps for the Viola Squad
With the acquisition of Pellegrino and the prior integration of Mastantuono, Fiorentina continues reshaping its roster under managerial direction ahead of upcoming Serie A fixtures. Club officials are expected to finalize paperwork and announce the formal presentation dates for both Argentine arrivals in the coming days.
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