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Arouca Demands €2.5M from Santos Over Transfer Delay

6/27/2025

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FC Arouca is taking a stand against Santos, demanding the €2.5 million owed for João Basso's transfer, a debt lingering since 2023. Arouca's director, Joel Pinho, expressed frustration over Santos' payment delays, especially after their recent splurge on stars like Neymar. Arouca has escalated the matter to FIFA, accusing Santos of stalling with legal maneuvers.

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FC Arouca is taking a stand against Santos, demanding the €2.5 million owed for João Basso's transfer, a debt lingering since 2023. Arouca's director, Joel Pinho, expressed frustration over Santos' payment delays, especially after their recent splurge on stars like Neymar. Arouca has escalated the matter to FIFA, accusing Santos of stalling with legal maneuvers.