What Happened in Brazilian Soccer Yesterday (Monday, June 30th 2025)

Atlético-MG

• Atlético-MG has yet to receive part of the payment from Savinho's transfer to the City Group and awaits R$ 9.2 million, while the striker shines at Manchester City.

• After Flamengo's loss in the Club World Cup, Atlético-MG became the Série A team with the fewest losses in 2025, with only four in 34 matches.

• Coach Cuca requested the signing of a defensive midfielder and a center-back to replace possible departures of Fausto Vera and Igor Rabello, according to journalist Jorge Nicola.

  
  

Bahia

• Bahia permanently signed 22-year-old forward Kayky, a move seen as positive, but fans demand more signings as he was already part of the squad.

• The team held physical, technical, and tactical training on Monday (30) in preparation to face Fortaleza on July 9 in the Copa do Nordeste.

• Bahia continues to deal with two key absences: defender Kanu and midfielder Erick remain in the medical department with no return forecast after surgeries for serious injuries.

Botafogo

• Following their elimination from the Club World Cup, Botafogo fired coach Renato Paiva and is searching for a new manager. André Jardine, Paulo Fonseca, and Tite are among the options.

• Renato Paiva said he was dismissed for refusing interference from John Textor in the lineup, including a demand not to use three defensive midfielders.

• After Paiva's departure, fans voted Luís Castro as their top choice to take over, with Dunga and Tite rounding out the top 3, according to a poll by GE.

Bragantino

• Bragantino welcomed back full-backs Juninho Capixaba (31) and Agustín Sant’Anna (27) from injury during the Club World Cup break.

• Goalkeeper Fabrício (25) renewed his contract with Red Bull Bragantino until 2027 after standing out with the senior team.

Ceará

• With all goalkeepers recovered, coach Léo Condé faces a tough decision on who will start when Ceará returns to action on July 9 in the Copa do Nordeste.

• Center-back Luiz Otávio is recovering from a severe knee injury and is expected to return only in November.

• Coach Léo Condé praised the return of key players such as Fernandinho, Aylon, and Richardson ahead of the crucial quarterfinal match against Sport.

Corinthians

• Uruguayan striker Franco Delgado (22) had his contract terminated by court order due to unpaid FGTS; his release has been registered with the CBF.

• Midfielder Charles suffered lower back and ankle pain during training but has since recovered and resumed normal activities.

• Romero (31), Angileri (30), Matheus Bidu (25), and Gustavo Henrique (31) can now sign pre-contracts with other clubs as their deals end in December.

Cruzeiro

• Cruzeiro announced Joaquim Pinto, formerly with Benfica and recommended by coach Jardine, as their new scouting and market coordinator.

• Midfielder Lucas Silva extended his contract until the end of 2027, remaining a key figure and team captain.

• Cruzeiro is pursuing center-back Naves but faces resistance from Palmeiras due to a R$ 40 million release clause.

Flamengo

• Filipe Luís is set to begin renewal talks with Flamengo after standing out in the Club World Cup and attracting European interest.

• Flamengo returned to Rio after elimination, with Pulgar in a wheelchair due to a fractured foot, and Gerson involved in transfer talks with Zenit and Al-Nassr.

• Gerson is torn between Zenit and Al-Nassr but leans towards the Saudi club due to his connection with Jorge Jesus and a higher financial offer.

Fluminense

• Inter Milan 0 x 2 Fluminense, Club World Cup Round of 16, highlights from the match.

• Fluminense beat Inter Milan 2–0 in the Club World Cup round of 16, with goals from Cano and Hércules. Thiago Silva suggested a tactical change during the game, adopted by coach Renato Gaúcho.

• Fluminense will be without Renê in the quarterfinals due to suspension, but yellow cards will be cleared for the remaining players.

• After Inter's elimination, Lautaro Martínez criticized some teammates’ lack of commitment, targeting Çalhanoglu and calling for more professionalism.

Fortaleza

• Fortaleza made an official offer to River Plate to buy 70% of striker Adam Bareiro’s rights.

• The club showed interest in Racing’s Santiago Solari, who has 20 appearances, 4 goals, and 2 assists in 2025, valued at around R$ 20 million.

• Fortaleza confirmed the signing of striker José Maria Herrera (22) from Argentinos Juniors for US$ 2.4 million for 70% of his rights, with a contract until June 2030 and an option to buy 20% more.

Grêmio

• Arsenal contacted Grêmio about Pepê, and the Brazilian club could receive solidarity payment from FIFA if a transfer happens.

• Defender Rodrigo Ely underwent knee cleaning surgery but remains on schedule for recovery by early 2026.

• Coach Mano Menezes compared Jemerson’s recovery path to that of Maicon, expressing confidence in the center-back’s return to top form.

Internacional

• Goalkeeper Sergio Rochet returned to training and may reclaim the starting spot for Internacional’s Brasileirão matches.

• Internacional plans post-Club World Cup reinforcements, targeting a midfielder, goalkeeper, and forwards to strengthen the 2025 squad.

• Vitinho’s contract expired, and the club awaits FIFA’s decision regarding the injured forward’s status.

Juventude

• Juventude added four new players, including Gabriel Veron, and awaits two more signings. The team will play a training match against Lajeadense before returning to official competition on July 14.

Mirassol

• Mirassol has gone a month without matches and is using the break for intensive training to maintain momentum for the Brasileirão return.

• Forward Léo Gamalho, key to the promotion campaign, has been sidelined for nearly four months despite being fit since May, having played only eight games in 2025.

Palmeiras

• Palmeiras signed American midfielder Jordan Michael (16), who previously played for Coimbra-MG and joins the U-17 squad.

• Midfielder Richard Ríos shone at the Super Mundial and drew interest from Atlético de Madrid and Porto, despite his €100 million release clause.

• Juventus is eyeing left-back Piquerez after his Club World Cup performances.

Santos

• Forwards Nadson (16) and David Nogueira (U-17) trained with Santos’ senior squad on Saturday (28) as part of their integration process.

• Midfielder Hyan (20) is close to renewing his contract with Santos until the end of 2027.

• Financial constraints limit Santos’ signings; the club is focusing on Neymar’s recovery and targeting a winger and potentially a right-back.

São Paulo

• Midfielder Igor Liziero (27) ended his contract with São Paulo and is now a free agent after rejecting a renewal offer.

• Defender Alan Franco (28) has not yet accepted a two-year renewal offer, with his contract set to expire in December.

• Lucas Moura and Ferreira are undergoing physical recovery and are expected to return in July.

Sport Recife

• President Yuri Romão acknowledged transfer market difficulties due to the club’s last-place position in Série A, but confirmed ongoing negotiations for a center-back, striker, and winger.

• Sport continues talks to sign attacking midfielder Gustavo from Shabab Al-Ahli (UAE), with optimism for a positive outcome.

• The club approached winger Cristian Zavala and plans to submit a formal offer, with Colo-Colo asking between US$ 1.2M and US$ 1.5M.

Vasco

• President Pedrinho reported a R$ 220,000 embezzlement involving a third-party company managing membership fees. The administration detailed the case in the 2024 Financial Report.

• Philippe Coutinho terminated his contract with Aston Villa and is now free to sign permanently with Vasco. Contract terms are still being finalized.

• Vasco has six players under contract until December 2025. Goalkeeper Léo Jardim is negotiating an extension, while Alex Teixeira is expected to leave.

Vitória

• New signing Rúben Rodrigues, from Portugal, praised Vitória for being a family-friendly club and hopes to be ready for the July 12 match vs. Internacional after playing in England.

• Former Vitória player Alisson Santos signed with Sporting until 2030 with an €80 million release clause; Vitória will receive around R$ 13 million for 90% of his economic rights.

• With a reduced squad and unable to register new players, Vitória will rely on academy talents for the Copa do Nordeste knockout stage, including Jadson, Kauan Victor, Wendel, and Lucas Lohan.