Atlético-MG presented an official proposal to the Corinthians to hire the Argentine steering wheel Fausto Vera. Due to the request of coach Gabriel Milito, the mining club offered $4 million (approximately R$ 21.6 million) for about 80% of the player's economic rights.
History of Fausto Vera
Faust Vera cost R$ 37.7 million Corinthians, which acquired 70% of its economic rights from Argentino Juniors in 2022. At the Argentinean club, the steering wheel worked with Gabriel Milito, currently coach of Atlético-MG. The partnership between Vera and Milito was fruitful, with the player scoring seven goals and giving four assists in 40 matches between 2021 and 2022.
Transfer Movements
To avoid reaching the limit of seven games in the Brazilian Championship, which would prevent a transfer to another club of the competition, Fausto Vera requested not to be related in the classic against the Sao Paulo, requested by the Corinthian board. The decision aims to facilitate his possible change to Atlético-MG, where he has already accepted the conditions offered.
Impact on Corinthians
Ever since you got to Corinthians in the second half of 2022, Fausto Vera participated in 96 games, scoring two goals and providing five assists. Their departure may represent a significant loss to the alvinegro midfield, which will have to find alternatives to supply their absence.
Strengthening for Atlético-MG
At Atlético-MG, the hiring of Fausto Vera is seen with good eyes, especially by technician Gabriel Milito, who knows the player well. Today, Rooster has four steering wheels: Otávio, Alan Franco, Rodrigo Battaglia and Paulo Vitor. Of these, only Battaglia and Paulo Vitor are available at the moment, with Otávio in the medical department and Alan Franco serving Ecuador's selection in the Copa América.
