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.