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Almada Joins Atlético Madrid: Lyon's Claims in Question

7/16/2025

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Thiago Almada has made a significant move to Atlético Madrid from Botafogo for €21 million, securing 50% of his rights. This transfer sparks intrigue over the financial fallout for Olympique Lyonnais, which asserts its claim to Almada. The murky ownership ties with John Textor's Eagle Football Holdings leave the exact compensation for Lyon shrouded in uncertainty.

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Thiago Almada has made a significant move to Atlético Madrid from Botafogo for €21 million, securing 50% of his rights. This transfer sparks intrigue over the financial fallout for Olympique Lyonnais, which asserts its claim to Almada. The murky ownership ties with John Textor's Eagle Football Holdings leave the exact compensation for Lyon shrouded in uncertainty.