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Claude Gonçalves Transfer from Legia Warszawa to Arka Gdynia
The temporary transfer of Claude Goncalves to Arka Gdynia ultimately collapsed. According to Arka's sporting director, Veljko Nikitović, Goncalves and his agent made excessive demands during negotiations regarding the terms of cooperation with the club. Nikitović said that the player chose comfort by sitting in the stands or on the bench at Legia, and that he wants to earn a high salary.
The temporary transfer of Claude Goncalves to Arka Gdynia ultimately collapsed. According to Arka's sporting director, Veljko Nikitović, Goncalves and his agent made excessive demands during negotiations regarding the terms of cooperation with the club. Nikitović said that the player chose comfort by sitting in the stands or on the bench at Legia, and that he wants to earn a high salary.
Although a full agreement was reached for Claude Gonçalves to move to Arka Gdynia on loan, the transfer did not happen. President Wojciech Pertkiewicz indicated in 'Przegląd Ligowy' that the move did not proceed due to Gonçalves's poor form and that he would be ready to play only in a month. Sporting director Veljko Nikitović said that Gonçalves was initially interested in joining because he liked the vision of coach Dawid Szwarga. Nikitović also said the player later requested to remain at Arka on the same terms as his Legia contract until 2027 if Arka stayed in the Ekstraklasa. Arka considered this an abstract contract.
Although a full agreement was reached for Claude Gonçalves to move to Arka Gdynia on loan, the transfer did not happen. President Wojciech Pertkiewicz indicated in 'Przegląd Ligowy' that the move did not proceed due to Gonçalves's poor form and that he would be ready to play only in a month. Sporting director Veljko Nikitović said that Gonçalves was initially interested in joining because he liked the vision of coach Dawid Szwarga. Nikitović also said the player later requested to remain at Arka on the same terms as his Legia contract until 2027 if Arka stayed in the Ekstraklasa. Arka considered this an abstract contract.
Trainer Dawid Szwarga stated that Claude Gonçalves from Legia Warszawa will not be transferring to Arka Gdynia. Gonçalves had been informed by coach Marek Papszun that he is not in his plans and was permitted to look for a new employer. There was recent potential for a move to Arka Gdynia, and Claude Gonçalves expressed interest in it. While media reports suggested the transfer was being blocked by 'Wojskowi', sporting director Veljko Nikitović denied these claims, indicating the main obstacle was the Portuguese player's agent. According to Meczyki.pl, trainer Dawid Szwarga said the club did a lot to make the transfer possible, but factors beyond their control mean the move is unlikely to happen. It is expected that Claude Gonçalves will remain at Legia Warszawa until the end of the current season.
Trainer Dawid Szwarga stated that Claude Gonçalves from Legia Warszawa will not be transferring to Arka Gdynia. Gonçalves had been informed by coach Marek Papszun that he is not in his plans and was permitted to look for a new employer. There was recent potential for a move to Arka Gdynia, and Claude Gonçalves expressed interest in it. While media reports suggested the transfer was being blocked by 'Wojskowi', sporting director Veljko Nikitović denied these claims, indicating the main obstacle was the Portuguese player's agent. According to Meczyki.pl, trainer Dawid Szwarga said the club did a lot to make the transfer possible, but factors beyond their control mean the move is unlikely to happen. It is expected that Claude Gonçalves will remain at Legia Warszawa until the end of the current season.
Veljko Nikitović, Arka Gdynia's sports director, commented that the player wants the move, but the agent is plotting.
Veljko Nikitović, Arka Gdynia's sports director, commented that the player wants the move, but the agent is plotting.
According to journalist Tomasz Włodarczyk of Meczyki, Claude Goncalves could leave Legia Warszawa for a loan to Arka Gdynia. Tomasz Włodarczyk also reported on portal X that Legia Warszawa and Arka Gdynia have reached an agreement for the loan. The transfer is currently being blocked by the player's side. Arka Gdynia's sporting director, Velijko Nikitović, explained on portal X that the player's agent has not approved the move. As part of the loan deal, the clubs would share the player's salary. The next hours are considered crucial for the potential transfer, with the transfer window in Poland closing on Wednesday at midnight.
According to journalist Tomasz Włodarczyk of Meczyki, Claude Goncalves could leave Legia Warszawa for a loan to Arka Gdynia. Tomasz Włodarczyk also reported on portal X that Legia Warszawa and Arka Gdynia have reached an agreement for the loan. The transfer is currently being blocked by the player's side. Arka Gdynia's sporting director, Velijko Nikitović, explained on portal X that the player's agent has not approved the move. As part of the loan deal, the clubs would share the player's salary. The next hours are considered crucial for the potential transfer, with the transfer window in Poland closing on Wednesday at midnight.
According to Tomasz Włodarczyk from Meczyki.pl, Arka Gdynia has reached an agreement with Legia Warszawa regarding the loan of Claude Gonçalves. The finalization of the move is currently being blocked by the player's side. It has been agreed that the player's salary will be covered equally by both clubs. Negotiations accelerated due to the approaching closure of the Polish winter transfer window, which led to a complete agreement between the clubs on the loan.
According to Tomasz Włodarczyk from Meczyki.pl, Arka Gdynia has reached an agreement with Legia Warszawa regarding the loan of Claude Gonçalves. The finalization of the move is currently being blocked by the player's side. It has been agreed that the player's salary will be covered equally by both clubs. Negotiations accelerated due to the approaching closure of the Polish winter transfer window, which led to a complete agreement between the clubs on the loan.
Arka Gdynia is interested in Portuguese and French midfielder Claude Gonçalves, with a potential loan until the end of the current campaign being discussed. Legia Warszawa's coach, Marek Papszun, stated in the first half of January that Gonçalves was not in his plans and had permission to find a new club. Papszun explained that the player's situation was difficult due to an excess of central midfielders and a change in the team's system of play. Since that time, Gonçalves has received several offers and inquiries but has not been interested in any of the options presented. The new coach at Legia has omitted the 31-year-old from the squad in the first four matches of the spring round. Gonçalves joined Legia in July 2024 and has a contract with the club until June 30, 2027. In the current Ekstraklasa season, he has made 7 appearances, providing 1 assist. According to Transfermarkt, the former Portugal U20 international has a current market value of €400k.
Arka Gdynia is interested in Portuguese and French midfielder Claude Gonçalves, with a potential loan until the end of the current campaign being discussed. Legia Warszawa's coach, Marek Papszun, stated in the first half of January that Gonçalves was not in his plans and had permission to find a new club. Papszun explained that the player's situation was difficult due to an excess of central midfielders and a change in the team's system of play. Since that time, Gonçalves has received several offers and inquiries but has not been interested in any of the options presented. The new coach at Legia has omitted the 31-year-old from the squad in the first four matches of the spring round. Gonçalves joined Legia in July 2024 and has a contract with the club until June 30, 2027. In the current Ekstraklasa season, he has made 7 appearances, providing 1 assist. According to Transfermarkt, the former Portugal U20 international has a current market value of €400k.
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