According to Globo.com, Edwuin Cetré's transfer to Athletico Paranaense did not proceed because of medical concerns, after an agreement for approximately R$ 31 million had been made with Estudiantes. Athletico Paranaense chose to cancel the deal after Cetré did not pass medical examinations due to clinical concerns, which included cardiological issues and a knee problem. The end of the negotiation was cited as being due to last-minute disagreements over terms between the two institutions. Following the cancellation, Edwuin Cetré went back to Argentina to report to Estudiantes.

According to TYC, Edwin Cetré had traveled to Brazil and undergone a medical examination to join Athletico Paranaense. The transfer was for six million dollars, to be distributed equally with Independiente Medellín, and would have been the most expensive purchase in the club's history. However, Estudiantes issued an official statement declaring the transfer canceled due to last-minute divergences in the terms between the two clubs. The Brazilian press reported that Cetré was found to have problems in the cardiological exams during the initial medical, which led club officials to consider it more prudent not to proceed with the transfer. The transfer would have resulted in a three-year contract.

According to TYC, Estudiantes has reached an agreement with Athletico Paranaense for the permanent transfer of Edwuin Cetré. The transfer fee for the Colombian forward is six million dollars, which will be shared with Independiente Medellín. He will sign a four-year contract with the Brazilian team. On Saturday, Edwuin Cetré is scheduled to travel for a medical examination and to sign the contract. He did not play against Boca because the negotiations were in an advanced stage.

Athletico's board is negotiating with Estudiantes for the 28-year-old Colombian winger Edwuin Cetré. Cetré joined Club Estudiantes de La Plata on January 31, 2024, and his contract expires on December 31, 2026. He has 7 caps and 4 goals for the Colombia U23 team. For the 2025/2026 season in the Torneo Apertura league, Edwuin Cetré has made 1 appearance, scored 0 goals, and provided 0 assists. His current market value is €3.00m, according to Transfermarkt.