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Hugo Souza Transfer from Flamengo to Corinthians

Corinthians has completed the acquisition of goalkeeper Hugo Souza from Flamengo for a fee of 800,000 euros (R$ 4.8 million). This payment was made upfront, fulfilling the purchase option outlined in the loan contract. As a result, Corinthians now holds 60% of Hugo's rights, with Flamengo retaining the remaining 40%. The transfer was finalized before the November 30 deadline, despite some initial resistance from Flamengo concerning the guarantees offered by Corinthians. The completion of the deal was reported by journalist Mauro Cezar Pereira and ESPN.

Negotiations between Corinthians and Flamengo for the permanent transfer of goalkeeper Hugo Souza have been ongoing for weeks, with no agreement yet on the payment terms. Corinthians' president, Augusto Melo, expressed his confidence that an agreement would be reached by November 30, when Corinthians' priority option to buy expires. Flamengo's vice of football, Marcos Braz, indicated that Flamengo was not satisfied with the payment guarantees provided by Corinthians, drawing a parallel to a previous issue with Matheuzinho. Braz also noted that the price Corinthians would pay was considered 'cheap' for Hugo Souza's performance level, and he believed Flamengo would benefit in the future due to the 40% partnership with Corinthians.

Negotiations are underway for the permanent signing of Hugo Souza by Corinthians. Despite financial constraints preventing an upfront payment, Corinthians' president Augusto Melo confirmed there is zero chance of losing Hugo Souza, indicating confidence in the completion of the transfer.

Corinthians is in the process of securing the definitive acquisition of 60% of the economic rights of goalkeeper Hugo Souza. The club intends to make an upfront payment of 800,000 euros to Flamengo, aiming to finalize the agreement before the November 30 deadline. Alternatively, Corinthians is contemplating offering a bank guarantee to facilitate a parcel payment plan, which Flamengo had previously rejected due to past issues with the company BRAX.

Hugo Souza is awaiting the confirmation of the purchase of his rights by Corinthians from Flamengo. He believes it is just a matter of time, trusting the words of the club's president and Fabinho. Hugo has expressed his desire to stay at Corinthians and is happy there.

Hugo Souza is currently on loan to Corinthians from Flamengo. The City Football Group has shown interest in acquiring him, but Hugo expressed his desire to remain with Corinthians. Corinthians has an option to purchase 60% of his rights for 800,000 euros until the end of November. If they do not exercise this option, Flamengo may consider offers from other clubs.

Augusto Melo, the president of Corinthians, stated that everything has been resolved for Hugo Souza to be permanently acquired from Flamengo. He mentioned that despite a transfer ban due to a debt with defender Balbuena, which prevents Corinthians from registering new players in the transfer window, this will not hinder the deal involving Hugo Souza. Hugo is currently on loan from Flamengo until the end of the season, and Corinthians has already paid R$ 500,000 more than once for him to play against Flamengo in the Brasileirão and Copa do Brasil, as stipulated in the contract.

Corinthians is in discussions with Flamengo regarding the permanent transfer of goalkeeper Hugo Souza. Corinthians incurred a fine of R$ 500,000 to Flamengo for including Hugo Souza in their lineup during the Copa do Brasil, as he remains officially under contract with Flamengo. This marks the third instance this season that Corinthians has paid such a fine. Initially, Corinthians suggested a payment plan secured by advertising contract guarantees, which Flamengo declined. Currently, Corinthians is working on new guarantees to convince Flamengo to proceed with the sale.

Hugo Souza is presently on loan to Corinthians from Flamengo. Corinthians had to pay an extra R$ 500,000 for Hugo Souza to participate in the return leg of the Copa do Brasil semifinal, making the total payment R$ 1.5 million. Marcos Braz, the vice-president of Flamengo, mentioned that Corinthians has not yet submitted the required documentation to finalize the permanent transfer of Hugo Souza. Flamengo will retain 40% of the player's rights if the transfer goes through. Additionally, Marcos Braz proposed organizing a friendly match to generate another R$ 500,000.

Corinthians offered 800,000 euros for 50% of Hugo Souza's rights, but Flamengo rejected the offer due to issues with the guarantees provided by Corinthians. The contract with Brax, a company that markets boards for both clubs, was used as a guarantee but was deemed compromised by Flamengo. As a result, Corinthians must pay a 500,000 reais fine to Flamengo to keep using Hugo Souza.

Hugo Souza, on loan to Corinthians from Flamengo, may have a permanent transfer in doubt as Flamengo rejected Corinthians' financial guarantees. Corinthians must pay R$ 500,000 for Hugo to play against Flamengo, a penalty due post-match. Previous penalties were paid for Hugo's matches against Flamengo. Corinthians seeks to acquire Hugo's economic rights in a structured payment plan over two years and is negotiating terms with Flamengo.

Corinthians received a response from Flamengo, which refused the guarantees offered for the purchase of Hugo Souza. As a result, Corinthians will have to pay an additional R$ 500,000 for the third time this year to field him in the Copa do Brasil match on the upcoming Sunday.

Hugo Souza, on loan at Corinthians from Flamengo, has a clause requiring Corinthians to pay R$ 500,000 if he plays against Flamengo. Corinthians tried to formalize a purchase option, but Flamengo rejected it due to a compromised contract guarantee with Brax. Flamengo insists on direct payment for the transfer. The unresolved situation includes an additional fee if Souza plays against Flamengo again.

Corinthians is facing difficulties in reaching an agreement with Flamengo for the permanent transfer of goalkeeper Hugo Souza. ESPN reported that Flamengo rejected the guarantees offered by Corinthians for this purchase.

Corinthians has made an official proposal to acquire 50% of goalkeeper Hugo Souza's rights from Flamengo for 800,000 euros (R$ 4.9 million). The proposed payment plan to Flamengo involves four installments, with the initial payment scheduled for January of the following year. Corinthians is currently waiting for a final decision from Flamengo regarding the transfer, and there is some uncertainty about when Hugo will officially join Corinthians. At present, the loan agreement remains in effect, and Corinthians is required to pay R$ 500,000 to Flamengo to field Hugo in matches against Flamengo, including the upcoming Copa do Brasil semifinal.

Hugo Souza, after spending a season on loan at Chaves in Liga Portugal, has been loaned again by Flamengo, this time to Corinthians. The Brazilian club announced the officialization of their new player a few hours after dismissing António Oliveira from the technical command.

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