According to an official statement from Újpest, André Duarte has been removed from the first team squad and will cease training with the team.

André Duarte is no longer part of the first team's squad, and the decision made by the club's management is indefinite. At the end of August, Újpest extended Duarte's contract after an offer close to a club record was made for him.

Újpest FC received a club-record offer for André Duarte from CSZKA Szófia. However, Újpest deemed the player's departure a significant risk as the transfer window was closing and preparation had concluded, thus rejecting the offer. André Duarte decided to stay and extended his contract with Újpest until 2028, expressing his commitment to the club and satisfaction with his current situation.

CSZKA Sofia from the Bulgarian top division expressed interest in André Duarte, making an offer close to 1.5 million EUR. Duarte was not included in the squad for the match against ZTE, leading to speculation about potential tensions related to the club rejecting the offer. However, Duarte trained with the team after the match, indicating no issues. Újpest's management decided to retain Duarte, and he will continue to play for them this season.