Cacá

In early 2026, reports consistently cited a Transfermarkt market value of €1.70 million for the player. This follows his permanent transfer from Tokushima Vortis to Corinthians in January 2025, which was completed for a reported fee of US$4 million (approximately €3.9 million) for 90% of his economic rights. This final fee was an increase from an initial agreement of US$2 million for 60% of his rights, which was conditional on performance objectives. In January 2026, Athletico PR reportedly had a loan offer rejected as Corinthians preferred a permanent sale, though no asking price was mentioned.

Our valuation is driven by the significant €3.9 million fee Corinthians paid for Cacá in January 2025, contrasted with his subsequent poor form and a much lower current market valuation. Corinthians' insistence on a sale rather than a loan to interested clubs like Athletico PR suggests a desire to recoup a substantial part of their investment, though his depreciated value makes the original fee unattainable. The estimate reflects a likely compromise between these conflicting factors.