The “soap opera” for the agreement between Gabigol and Cruzeiro lasted weeks, but had a happy ending for the Celestial fans. In an interview this Friday (17) with journalist André Hernan, the striker’s agent revealed details of the negotiation and revealed that Raposa surpassed competition from clubs in England, Mexico and the United States.
“We had three financially very similar proposals. Gabriel’s decision was not based on the economic part, because we could have used another one to create an auction and boost the business. That’s not what happened, and they didn’t want that. Gabriel made a very personal decision. Cruzeiro is a great project”, said Júnior Pedroso.
“They had very important proposals on the table. It was abroad, from England, Mexico, the United States. Not official because the club only transcribes it on paper when it is sure it will happen. But there is an exchange of WhatsApp, lots of conversations, already talking about values, etc. Most talking to the club. One or the other with an intermediary”, he concluded.
Gabigol at Cruzeiro
The announced the signing at the turn of the year, on the first day, in a joint marketing campaign with the player. The center forward’s official YouTube channel broadcast a live broadcast lasting more than 10 days. On the screen, there was a timer counting down to the announcement.
Even though it was only made official on the first day, there was already an agreement with Cruzeiro a few weeks ago. His farewell to Flamengo was announced shortly after the Copa do Brasil title over Atlético, on November 10th. Still on the lawn of Arena MRV, in Belo Horizonte, he revealed that he would not renew with the red and black.
The revelation caused the striker’s name to be speculated at several clubs. Even though he was linked to football abroad, Palmeiras and Santos from São Paulo were the ones most interested in signing the player. Santos even sent a formal proposal for the athlete, who ended up signing with Cruzeiro.
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A, pre-season tournament held in Florida, United States, between January 15th and 25th.
After the draw between , there will still be two games broadcast: Orlando City x Atlético-MG (Saturday, 25).
FC Series
The FC Series, created in 2015, incorporated the former Florida Cup, which offered a pre-season for football clubs in the North American state combined with a diverse range of entertainment for local audiences and visitors.
proposes pre-season friendlies and integration activities between players, fans and partners.
Over the course of a decade, the initiative expanded its scope and format, including a diversity of cultural and leisure activities.
The highlights are the partnerships for shows, racing events and immersive experiences at Universal’s theme parks, attracting thousands of local families and tourists, consolidating the tournament as part of the local calendar.
The broadcast team will be made up of narrator Henrique Guidi, commentators Michel Bastos and Bruno Rodrigues, in addition to presenter Ludmila Candal.
