Thiago Almada Transfer from Atlanta United to Botafogo
Thiago Almada has been recruited by Botafogo, part of John Textor's Eagle network, from Atlanta United, for 19.5 million euros.
Thiago Almada has been officially presented as a new player for Botafogo in Brazil. He expressed his desire to become an idol at Botafogo and focus on winning titles with the club before moving to Europe. He signed a five-year contract with Botafogo.
Botafogo announces the signing of Thiago Almada from Atlanta United for the next season. The 23-year-old, who was a key player in the MLS, is the most expensive signing in Brazilian football history according to GloboEsporte. Botafogo will pay 25 million dollars, with 22 million as a fixed fee and an additional 3 million as bonuses.
Thiago Almada has officially left Atlanta United to join the Eagle Football group. He will initially join Botafogo.
Thiago Almada will leave Atlanta to join Botafogo.
Thiago Almada is set to sign with Botafogo before moving to Olympique Lyonnais in January 2025. The transfer fee is 19.6 million EUR with bonuses up to 3.7 million EUR. John Textor has confirmed this transfer.
Botafogo has signed Argentine international Thiago Almada from American club Atlanta United for 20 million euros. This is the highest incoming transfer in the history of the Brazilian league. This deal is part of a collaboration between Botafogo and Lyon.
Thiago Almada has agreed to join Botafogo for six months to finish the Brazilian season. This move is part of a future transfer to a club owned by Eagle Groupe.
Thiago Almada and his entourage have agreed to the salary conditions presented by Botafogo. However, negotiations with Atlanta United are still ongoing. A first offer of 20 million euros was refused by the MLS club, but discussions continue.
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