By Matheus Trunk
O Fluminense is one of the Brazilian clubs that has been investing the most in the transfer market. The Rio team has already announced two important athletes: defender Jemmes, a highlight of Mirassol, and left-back Guilherme Aranawho was at Atlético-MG. But the team led by Luis Zubeldía wants more important names in the squad. The team made proposals for the midfielder Savarinowho is at Botafogo, and is waiting for a positive outcome regarding the attacker Hulkidol of the Rooster. Both signings are not easy. Hulk would like to live in Rio, and this could help in negotiations.
The defender Jemmes He was Flu’s first reinforcement for the season. The 25-year-old defender was one of the revelations of the Mirassol in Brasileirão. The midfielder, a starter in 37 of the team’s 38 matches in the competition, stood out for his regularity. The defender is efficient in tackling and can defend on both sides of the field.
Fluminense will pay US$4 million (R$22 million) divided into 70% of Jemmes’ economic rights. The yellow and green club continues to own 30% for a future transaction. The defender should be an alternative to the position of veteran Thiago Silva, who left Laranjeiras and signed with Porto, from Portugal.
Arana is already in Rio
The left-back Guilherme Arana He is more experienced and a winner wherever he has been. He was a standout at both Corinthians and Atlético Mineiro, having won three Brazilian Championships in his career. At Galo alone there were six years and nine titles. The full-back also played a leading role in the Brazilian team, playing in winning the 2020 Olympic Games gold medalin Japan. Regularity, experience and leadership are some of Arana’s characteristics.
At 28 years old, the player showed anxiety about defending Flu. “Expectations are very high. I hope to contribute in the best way possible to always help Fluminense, which is a great institution, and to bring joy to the fans. I am very happy with this moment, to be arriving at a club of this greatness”, he declared. Fluminense will pay Atlético US$4 million for the full-back’s economic rights.
Savarino
But Tricolor really wants a number 10. The club is close to announcing a reinforcement to build offensive plays. A decisive point guard who floats on the field and is an absolute starter for his country’s national team. Trata-se of Venezuelan Jefferson SavarinoBotafogo athlete. He is 29 years old and has had offers from several Brazilian clubs, such as Corinthians, Grêmio and Palmeiras. But both the player and his family have adapted to Rio. This fact weighs in favor of Fluminense.
Tricolor has already agreed the values of the possible transfer with the Fogão board. All that’s missing is getting it right with the athlete. Flu is expected to pay approximately 3 million euros (R$ 19.29 million) to the Glorious.
Hulk, Hulk, Hulk…
One of the highest salaries in Brazilian football, the striker Hulk He is also one of Atlético Mineiro’s top scorers. He has enviable strength, impulsion and enormous finishing ability. He is one of the leaders in assists in national football and has an enviable longevity. At 39 years oldhe is being sought by Fluminense and would have already given the green light for the transaction.
The number 7 is uncomfortable with Jorge Sampaoli. The coach left the Atletico idol on the bench in many matches in 2025. This bothered Hulk, who received a tempting offer from the Rio team. Fluminense proposed a contract for two seasons. Therefore, until December 2027. In addition to the fixed salary, the attacker would have installments linked to sporting goals and bonuses for marketing actions in Rio.
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But Atlético does not want to get rid of the star to another Brazilian football team. The board offered three compensations: a statue of shirt 7 at Arena MRV, a documentary about the final stretch of the athlete’s career and participation in the club’s SAFeven if small. This is something unprecedented in Brazil. Hulk’s situation has not yet been defined. The parties continue negotiating.
