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Atlético-MG Ends Hulk Talks With Fluminense as Transfer Standoff Collapses

A deadlock over youth-player rights prompted Atlético-MG to end talks, keeping Hulk under contract through 2026.

Overview

  • Atlético-MG closed negotiations on Monday night after Fluminense refused to cede percentages of academy players, according to Terra.
  • Fluminense had reached terms with Hulk, but Atlético-MG sought compensation and initially pointed to a R$60 million release clause.
  • Fluminense accepted proposals for a fee to restrict Hulk in direct clashes and a future farewell match, but rejected involving youth-player rights.
  • Hulk publicly stated he will fulfill his deal through 2026 without triggering the extension and has returned to training with Atlético-MG.
  • Fluminense continues to seek an attacking focal point after dropping Savarino over delays and has already added defender Jemmes and left-back Guilherme Arana.