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Rodrigo Nestor Transfer from São Paulo to Bahia
São Paulo will receive 2 million euros, which is about R$ 12.5 million, for the sale of midfielder Rodrigo Nestor to Bahia. The deal also includes the forgiveness of a debt São Paulo has with the City Group for the purchase of defender Nahuel Ferraresi. The payment will be made in installments over the next three years. The legal departments of the clubs are exchanging documents and finalizing details for the agreement. The player is on loan to Bahia until the end of 2025 and is expected to sign a contract with the club in the coming weeks. The original loan contract had stipulated a purchase fee of 4.7 million euros if the player played at least 45 minutes in 25 games. This has occurred 22 times, and Bahia has eight matches remaining, but the agreement will be finalized.
Rodrigo Nestor is on loan at Bahia through the end of 2025, with a contract that includes a clause for Bahia to purchase him for 4.7 million euros. This clause is activated if he plays for a minimum of 45 minutes in 25 games. Nestor has fulfilled this condition in 22 games, and Bahia has eight matches remaining in the season. Negotiations for the purchase to be finalized, irrespective of whether this target is met, are in an advanced stage. The legal departments of both clubs are exchanging documents and finalizing the details. It is expected that a portion of the payment from Bahia will be used to offset amounts that São Paulo owes to Grupo City for the prior purchase of defender Ferraresi.
Rodrigo Nestor, a 24-year-old midfielder, has been confirmed as a new addition to Bahia's squad. The player is joining the club on a loan for one year, with an option to purchase contingent upon certain performance metrics to be met by the end of 2025. Nestor, who gained recognition for scoring the decisive goal in the 2023 Copa do Brasil final against Flamengo, cited the chance to reunite with coach Rogério Ceni as a key factor in his decision to move to Bahia. Ceni was his manager at São Paulo from 2021 to 2023. He took leave of the São Paulo team on Monday.
Rodrigo Nestor, a key player in São Paulo's historic Copa do Brasil victory in 2024, is set to join Bahia on loan. He expressed his emotions and desire to return to São Paulo in a heartfelt farewell video on Instagram, which included a tribute from club legend Raí. The loan agreement includes a purchase option for Bahia, set at a value exceeding R$ 30 million. At Bahia, Nestor will reunite with coach Rogério Ceni.
Eduardo Affonso confirms the loan of Rodrigo Nestor to Bahia. The deal is part of São Paulo's plan to formalize player departures before their pre-season trip to the United States.
Rodrigo Nestor is expected to transfer from São Paulo to Bahia.
Rodrigo Nestor is wanted by Bahia, as indicated by Rogério Ceni. Although there is no official proposal yet, it is speculated that the sale could reach up to 7 million euros. São Paulo's president, Julio Casares, hinted that if a proposal comes and is beneficial for both the club and the player, they will consider it.
Rodrigo Nestor, after a less than stellar season following a serious injury, has attracted interest from Bahia, managed by Rogério Ceni. São Paulo's president, Julio Casares, confirmed the interest but stated that no official proposal has been received yet. He emphasized that any potential proposal would need to be beneficial for both the club and the player.
Rodrigo Nestor, known for scoring the decisive goal in the Copa do Brasil last year, has recently found himself with reduced playing time under coach Luis Zubeldía. Bahia has shown potential interest in Nestor, largely influenced by their current coach, Rogério Ceni, who previously managed São Paulo. Nevertheless, São Paulo's president, Julio Casares, stated that no conversations or inquiries have been made about the player. He reiterated that Rodrigo Nestor remains a São Paulo player, and any talks will be deferred until after the Brasileirão season concludes, should there be any interest. At present, there are no inquiries or negotiations underway.
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