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Hulk Transfer from Atlético Mineiro to Fluminense

Fluminense's president, Matheus Montenegro, stated in a press conference that the club has ended negotiations with Atlético-MG for the forward Hulk. Montenegro confirmed that Fluminense was close to an agreement for Hulk's release, but negotiations stopped after Fluminense did not accept one of Atlético-MG's conditions. He said that Atlético-MG made three demands, and while Fluminense accepted two, they did not accept the third, which required the club to give up three youth players and a percentage. Fluminense proposed a different offer with financial compensation, but Atlético-MG declined and the negotiation is now closed. Montenegro said the talks could resume if Atlético-MG changes its position. Hulk continues training at Atlético-MG and has not played in the 2026 season yet.

According to Globo.com, negotiations between Hulk and Fluminense have stalled due to uncertainty about the player's situation at Atlético-MG. Fluminense is observing the situation but is pursuing other options because of the lack of clarity. If the situation in Belo Horizonte changes and Atlético-MG and Hulk agree to separate, Fluminense may try again to sign the player.

According to Globo.com, negotiations between Atlético-MG and Fluminense for the transfer of Hulk have concluded. The clubs did not reach an agreement because the Fluminense management rejected one of the proposed terms for releasing the player. Hulk is to fulfill his contract with Atlético-MG until the end of 2026. Officially, Atlético-MG's management is making no comment on the end of negotiations. The report adds that Hulk's representatives had already ceased discussions last week and would only have returned to them if both club managements reached an agreement, which did not occur.

ESPN reported that Fluminense was prepared to finalize the signing of Hulk on Monday (12), but the negotiation stopped progressing after the club rejected one of Atletico Mineiro's last three demands. The specific demand was for the right to a percentage of some youth players from Xerém in exchange for releasing Hulk. Fluminense had already agreed to two other conditions: not fielding Hulk against Atletico Mineiro and allowing him to play a farewell match for the club. Due to the new impasse, Fluminense is now pessimistic about the deal progressing. Hulk continues to find Fluminense's offer appealing, especially because of the sporting project.

Atlético-MG and Fluminense are nearing an agreement for the transfer of Hulk to the Rio de Janeiro club. Atlético-MG has presented several demands to release the striker. According to ge, three of these demands include that Hulk cannot play against Atlético-MG in any competition in 2026, with any participation being subject to a high-value fine. Another demand is for a farewell match for the striker at Arena MRV in an Atlético-MG shirt upon his retirement. A third demand is for Atlético-MG to participate in negotiations involving Fluminense youth players. The clubs are attempting to reach an agreement at the beginning of the week for the deal to be finalized.

According to Globo.com, in the negotiations between Fluminense and Atlético for Hulk's potential transfer, Fluminense is seeking a decision. The Tricolor has set a deadline for a response by this Monday, and will withdraw from the transfer otherwise. Internally, Galo's leadership acknowledges the possibility of Hulk joining the Rio de Janeiro team. Factions within Atlético have not yet decided whether to request money for the player's release or the transfer of one or more athletes in the deal.

Negotiations took place between Hulk and Fluminense. Hulk said he will fulfill his contract until the end of 2026, and the negotiations with Fluminense are closed, at least for now. A transfer to Fluminense almost occurred, and Hulk expressed on social media that he felt undervalued by the club.

Recent rumors in Brazil have indicated a potential transfer of Hulk from Atletico Mineiro to Fluminense. Lance reports that Fluminense is waiting for a decision to be made between Hulk and Atletico Mineiro before possibly taking action. Hulk's contract with Atletico Mineiro is set to expire on December 31, 2026. His lawyer, Marisa Alija, denied reports from Rede98 that there was an offer for a contract renewal until 2028. Alija stated that negotiations have already concluded and the player is focused on upcoming competitions. Hulk has declared that he will honor his contract until 2026 and will not renew it further.

According to Globo.com, Hulk has a contract with Atlético-MG until December. Rafael Menin, a shareholder at Atlético-MG, is leading negotiations to resolve the player's situation and met with Hulk and his lawyer earlier this week. Talks have opened between Atlético-MG and Fluminense to reach an agreement for the transfer. The release clause is R$ 60 million, an amount which Fluminense currently rules out paying. Fluminense has made an offer to Hulk for a contract until the end of 2027, with the possibility of an extension to 2028.

Paulo Angioni admitted that Fluminense continues its attempt to sign Atlético-MG attacker Hulk. Angioni stated that regarding Hulk, it is for Mário to speak on the matter. He added that while curiosity is a component of football, precision is not suitable at this time, and confirmed that an attempt is being made. He also mentioned that the club is attempting to acquire an attacker and potentially a midfielder.

According to Globo.com, the management teams of Atlético-MG and Fluminense are in direct talks to discuss Hulk's future. Previously, the athlete's representative, Marisa Alija, was handling the negotiations, but the situation changed on Tuesday night when the player's staff declared the negotiations concluded. On Tuesday, Rafael Menin spoke with Fluminense's president, Mário Bittencourt, and stated he would be willing to negotiate the player, provided that financial compensation is made to the Minas Gerais club. Hulk's release clause is currently R$ 60 million, but there is a possibility of adjusting this amount for the clubs to reach an agreement. On Wednesday, the Tricolor president contacted Paulo Bracks, Atlético's football executive, who confirmed Atlético's interest in negotiating Hulk with Fluminense. After the striker's activity on social media on Tuesday night, his representatives decided that he will fulfill his contract with Atlético until the end of 2026. Hulk's staff does not intend to trigger the automatic contract renewal clause for an additional year if the striker participates in 50% of Galo's matches this season.

According to Globo.com, Fluminense continues to pursue the signing of Hulk, and the player's social media statement that he would fulfill his contract with Atlético-MG has not diminished the club's interest. The internal understanding at Fluminense is that negotiations have not been closed. Mário Bittencourt is reportedly leading the talks with the player's staff and is awaiting the outcome of the situation before deciding on the next steps. Fluminense continues to monitor the situation, remains in contact with Hulk's representatives, and maintains an expectation of signing him. For 2026, Hulk is the main target for Fluminense's attack. The club has offered a contract that runs until the end of 2027, which is a fixed-term agreement without an automatic renewal clause.

Globo.com reports that Hulk, who is targeted by Fluminense, has requested an amicable termination from Atlético-MG, but the club wants payment.

According to Globo.com, Fluminense offered Hulk a two-year contract. The project presented to the player included the production of a documentary and a statue for him.

Globo.com has reported that Hulk has requested to terminate his contract with Atlético-MG without the need for a release clause payment. Fluminense offered a contract to Hulk that would run until the end of 2026.

According to Globo.com, the board of Fluminense is waiting for an agreement between Atletico Mineiro and Hulk before it will advance with a proposal. The remuneration model presented to Hulk offers a fixed value, plus variable installments tied to sports goals and bonuses from marketing actions. The contract would be for a fixed term and would not include an automatic renewal clause. Hulk would be given starter status and be one of the main stars for Fluminense's return to the Conmebol Libertadores.

Fluminense is interested in signing Hulk. According to ge, the club has made a proposal for a two-year contract. The offer from the Rio de Janeiro club and the possibility of an early contract termination were discussed during a conversation on Sunday in the capital of Minas Gerais. Hulk's current contract with Atlético-MG is valid until the end of 2026, with the potential for a one-year extension if specific goals are achieved.

According to Globo.com, Fluminense started making contact about two months ago to inquire about Hulk's future. An offer from Fluminense and the possibility of an early termination of Hulk's contract with Atlético-MG were addressed in a recent meeting in Belo Horizonte.

According to Globo.com, Atlético-MG and Hulk's representatives met to discuss the player's future at the club. The discussion is about whether Hulk will fulfill his contract at Atlético-MG until December or move to Fluminense. Both the club and Hulk's staff are awaiting a decision. Hulk's departure is considered possible, and a transfer would depend on him making his desire to leave clear. Representatives present at the meeting included the club, Hulk, and his lawyer Marisa Alija.

Fluminense is monitoring Hulk's situation at Atlético-MG, and a deal could advance after the player authorized his staff to attempt to reach an agreement with the Minas Gerais club for a transfer to the Tricolor. Atlético-MG has stated that it does not want to release the player to another club in Brazil. For the negotiation to advance, two issues need to be resolved: convincing Atlético-MG to negotiate and resolving debts the club has with Hulk. Hulk reported for the start of Atlético-MG's pre-season on Friday, but his departure is considered possible. For the deal to advance, it is dependent on Hulk clearly stating his desire to leave. Fluminense has stated its desire to sign the player and is waiting. There has been no contact since Christmas, but Fluminense's management is prepared to make an offer if Atlético-MG's position changes. Journalist Victor Lessa reported progress in the deal, and this report was confirmed by ge.

According to Globo.com, Fluminense has shown interest in signing Hulk from Atlético-MG and has initiated actions to understand if a deal is possible. Fluminense has also held conversations with Hulk's representatives, making their intention to have the player clear and expressing interest in tracking changes in the scenario. Hulk's representatives then informed Hulk of Fluminense's interest. Atlético-MG has indicated that a meeting with Hulk will occur in the coming days to discuss the situation. The action is considered an initial contact, and Fluminense awaits the definition of Hulk's situation at Atlético-MG before evaluating whether to proceed with negotiations, while continuing to monitor the market for reinforcements.

Fluminense wants to reinforce its offensive sector for the next season, and Hulk is being considered by the club. Hulk has not yet decided his future at Atlético-MG. According to ESPN, Hulk has a contract until the end of 2026, desires to retire at Atlético-MG, and the parties will still discuss the next steps. The initial intention of Atlético-MG is to keep Hulk, but a meeting, which does not yet have a set date, will determine what happens next. The information was first published by GE and was confirmed by ESPN.

Fluminense is interested in signing Brazilian forward Hulk from Atlético-MG and has contacted the club to ask about the possibility of a negotiation. Atlético-MG's initial response was that there is currently no possibility of a deal, but a meeting with Hulk will occur to address the situation. Hulk's representatives indicate there is no opposition to him playing for Fluminense, and the club is awaiting the outcome of the player's situation at Atlético-MG.

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