What Happened in Brazilian Soccer Yesterday (Tuesday., July 8nd 2025)

Atlético-MG

• Atlético-MG delays player salaries and image rights; seeks financial support to balance accounts within 60 days.

• Isaac returns to Atlético-MG after loan; coach Cuca sees him as a young, mobile option in attack, but his future remains uncertain.

• Corinthians drops interest in Biel; Atlético-MG contacts Sporting about a possible loan for the forward.

Bahia

• Bahia advances in talks with Casa Pia for goalkeeper Patrick Sequeira, 26, known for footwork and high potential.

• In great form and full strength, Bahia faces Fortaleza this Wednesday (9th) for a spot in the Nordestão semifinal.

• Young defender Kauã Davi, 21, says goodbye to Bahia after 10 years; leaves for an Eastern European club due to lack of opportunities.

Botafogo

• Botafogo makes offer for 21-year-old defender Dantas from Novorizontino, aiming to replace Jair, who left for Nottingham Forest.

• Elias Manoel loaned to Santa Clara (Portugal) until mid-2026; limited to six appearances due to fierce attacking competition.

Bragantino

• Red Bull Bragantino signs defender Gustavo Marques, 23, from Benfica on a one-year loan to replace Douglas Mendes.

Ceará

• Richardson returns after five months; Ceará has 23 players available to face Sport in the Copa do Nordeste quarterfinals.

• Vina may return to Ceará due to fan pressure, midfield gaps, and limited market options.

Corinthians

• Corinthians paid June salaries (CLT) with a one-day delay; still owes PJ salaries and faces debts with Memphis Depay’s security firm.

• Two Corinthians players called up to Brazil’s U-17 squad: goalkeeper Gustavo Milani and striker Kauê Furquim.

• Club owes over R$ 326,000 to security firm and faces image rights and bonus payment delays, including those involving Igor Coronado.

Cruzeiro

• Cruzeiro tries to sign Gabri Martínez from Braga but faces resistance from the Portuguese club and competition from Mallorca (Spain).

• Coach Leonardo Jardim says Matheus Henrique is recovering well from a knee injury and will begin physical transition soon.

• Cruzeiro extends Baptistella’s contract and monitors youth talents like Kauã Prates, Murilo Rhikman, Janderson, Bruno Alves, Kaique Kenji, and Otávio.

Flamengo

• Wolverhampton shows interest in Wallace Yan after his U-20 World Cup performance; Flamengo awaits proposal while renewing contract.

• After crisis over veto of Mikey Johnston, Bap ensures José Boto remains at Flamengo and says “nothing will change.”

• Flamengo rejects Saudi offers for Juninho and plans to give the forward more chances under coach Filipe Luís.

Fluminense

• Fluminense 0 x 2 Chelsea – Club World Cup Semifinal – Key moments.

• Eliminated by Chelsea, Fluminense had a surprising run and coach Renato Portaluppi gained prestige as a strategist.

• Club earned R$ 331.12 million in total from the Club World Cup, a record for a single season.

• Highlights included Renato Gaúcho, Arias, Fábio, and Thiago Silva; Cano and Ganso underperformed technically and physically.

Fortaleza

• Moisés, David Luiz, and Bruno Pacheco ruled out before Bahia clash due to injuries.

• Fortaleza beat Internacional 2–0 and secured G-8 position in the U-20 Brazilian Championship with 20 points.

• Defender João Lucas called up to Brazil’s U-17 team; will miss the match against Grêmio.

Grêmio

• Grêmio 2 x 0 São José – Recopa Gaúcha – Highlights.

• Grêmio wins title with standout performances from youngsters Alysson and Amuzu; second-half flaws raise concerns for Brasileirão.

• Coach Mano Menezes gives the team a 6 or 7 rating, explains Cuéllar’s absence, and prepares for next match vs. Cruzeiro.

• Despite victory, Cristaldo draws fan criticism for missed penalty and below-par performance.

Internacional

• Inter wins temporary suspension at STJD; Vitão cleared to play in Brasileirão’s return.

• Internacional negotiates Alan Patrick’s contract renewal until 2027, with possible extension to 2028.

• Bernabei resumes training; Aguirre and Juninho still recovering ahead of match against Vitória.

Juventude

• In final friendly before Brasileirão, Juventude beats Esportivo 5–2; Gabriel Veron makes debut.

• Juventude denies interest in Gilberto’s departure and rules out signing a new striker in the next window.

Mirassol

• Mirassol inactive for 45 days due to matches postponed against Botafogo and Fluminense, both involved in the Club World Cup.

• Yago Felipe joins Mirassol after calls from Paulinho and Juninho Antunes; adapts well and aims to keep starting role.

Palmeiras

• Palmeiras targets Ramón Sosa, out of Nottingham Forest’s plans, and plans to approach Gabriel Pec from LA Galaxy.

• Midfielder Erick Belé, 18, renews with Palmeiras until December 2028.

• Star player Raphael Veiga may leave in the next window amid European interest; club seeks over R$ 90 million.

Santos

• Three Santos players called up to Brazil U-17: goalkeeper Arthur do Vale, midfielder Vinicius Rocha, and forward David Nogueira.

• JP Chermont, João Schmidt, and Rollheiser will serve suspensions against Flamengo after the Palmeiras game was postponed.

• Santos close to renewing striker Robinho Jr., 16, until 2030 after standout performances in the U-20 squad.

São Paulo

• Hernán Crespo officially registered and cleared to debut as São Paulo coach on Saturday against Flamengo.

• São Paulo resumes talks to sign defender Marlon, 29, currently a free agent and recommended by Crespo.

• São Paulo eyes right-back Fabrício Bustos (River Plate) to replace Igor Vinícius, who left for Santos.

Sport Recife

• Cerro Porteño confirms one-year loan of Fabrício Domínguez with purchase option; player arrives in Paraguay on Wednesday.

• Sport uncertain for Nordestão quarterfinals vs. Ceará: Pablo and Hereda doubtful; Gonçalo Paciência expected to return.

• Squad weakened post-break, but coach Daniel Paulista seen as key hope for immediate improvement.

Vasco

• Palmeiras set to bid for Gabriel Pec from LA Galaxy; Vasco could earn around US$ 3 million due to previous clauses.

• 777 Partners refuses to clarify SAF auction, citing arbitration; court to assess company’s arguments while Vasco may respond officially.

• Vasco struggles to find quality wingers; 25 recent signings had poor performances. Nuno Moreira stands out as key starter.

Vitória

• Vitória 0 x 1 Confiança – Copa do Nordeste – Highlights.

• After elimination and fan protests, coach Carpini admits crisis but refuses to quit, trusting in his own work.

• Vitória interested in signing left-back Gabriel Baez from Nacional.

• Midfielder Ronald, left out of last match, receives Bulgarian offer worth US$ 500K–600K; evaluating future while Vitória seeks contract renewal.