Lucas Ferreira Transfer from São Paulo to Shakhtar Donetsk
Shakhtar Donetsk officially announced the signing of Brazilian winger Lucas Ferreira from São Paulo. The 19-year-old winger signed a contract with Shakhtar that will last until the summer of 2030. According to insider Fabrizio Romano, the transfer fee amounts to 10 million euros, with an additional 2 million euros in bonuses if Shakhtar qualifies for the Champions League. Additionally, São Paulo will receive 10% of the proceeds from Ferreira's next sale. Ferreira has played 23 matches for São Paulo's main team, scoring one goal and providing one assist.
Lucas Ferreira, the 19-year-old winger from São Paulo, is nearing a transfer to Shakhtar, which has shown a strong interest in acquiring his services. Reports indicate that Ferreira did not accompany his team to Colombia for the Copa Libertadores match against Atlético Nacional, as he remains in Brazil awaiting the completion of the necessary documentation to finalize his move to Shakhtar. It is said that Ferreira has already had discussions with Shakhtar's head coach, Arda Turan. Shakhtar is set to pay São Paulo, known as the "Tricolors," a fee of 10 million euros, with an additional 2 million in bonuses contingent upon Shakhtar's participation in the Champions League during the 2026/27 season. Ferreira has participated in 23 matches for São Paulo, contributing 1 goal and 1 assist. Following the appointment of Argentine Hernan Crespo as the "Tricolors" coach, Ferreira lost his position in the team and reportedly does not have the coach's confidence, which Shakhtar seems poised to exploit.
Shakhtar Donetsk has reached an agreement with São Paulo for the transfer of Brazilian winger Lucas Ferreira. The deal is confirmed by insider Fabrizio Romano. The transfer fee is €10 million, with an additional €2 million in bonuses if Shakhtar qualifies for the UEFA Champions League. The contract includes a clause of 10% from the amount of the next sale. Lucas Ferreira is scheduled to undergo a medical examination with Shakhtar Donetsk on August 11, 2025. He has played 23 matches for São Paulo's main team, scoring one goal and providing one assist.
Shakhtar Donetsk and São Paulo are reportedly nearing an agreement for the transfer of Lucas Ferreira, a 19-year-old right winger, to the Ukrainian club. It is understood that Shakhtar has proposed a 10 million euro offer for the player. São Paulo is set to receive 8 million euros from this deal, as they possess 80% of Ferreira's economic rights, while the remaining 2 million euros will be allocated to Boavista, which holds 20% of the rights. Furthermore, São Paulo stands to gain an additional 2 million euro bonus if Ferreira contributes to Shakhtar's qualification for the Champions League in the following season. The Brazilian club is also assured of receiving 10% of the profit from any future transfer of Ferreira, provided it surpasses 10 million euros.
Lucas Ferreira, a young talent from Cotia who gained attention in the team that won the Copa São Paulo de Futebol Júnior, is currently under consideration by Shakhtar Donetsk. The Ukrainian club is reportedly willing to pay 8 million euros for the 19-year-old player. However, São Paulo considers this amount too low and is expecting at least 10 million euros to proceed with the deal.
Lucas Ferreira, an 18-year-old winger who graduated from the São Paulo academy, is reportedly being pursued by Ukrainian club Shakhtar Donetsk, as mentioned by journalist Daniel Perrone. Although São Paulo initially appears reluctant to sell him, their partnership with Bayer's youth structures might play a role in changing their stance. Ferreira's contract with São Paulo is valid until the summer of 2028, and it includes a release clause for national clubs set at around 40 million Brazilian reals, which is approximately 6 million euros. Besides Shakhtar, German club Bayer has also shown interest in Ferreira, which introduces a competitive aspect to the potential transfer talks. Ferreira has already showcased his talent by participating in 7 matches for São Paulo's first team, with 3 of those appearances being in the Brazilian Serie A.
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