Atlético-MG fans confront squad at training ground, hold talks with Hulk | OneFootball

Fans of Atlético-MG went to Cidade do Galo on Saturday morning to talk with the squad before the debut in the Campeonato Mineiro, scheduled for this Sunday at Arena MRV, against Betim, at 6 p.m. (Brasília time). The tone was demanding, and Hulk explained his situation at the club.

Discussion in the Copa Sudamericana

Injured since the 14th round of the Campeonato Brasileiro, defender Lyanco was involved in an argument with Galo fans during the penalty shootout in the final of the Copa Sudamericana. Asked about the episode, Lyanco clarified.

“We were in the final, man. Penalties, I was out, if we had won the championship there I couldn’t even go in to get the trophy, so there’s all that involved too,” explained the defender.

“I know how hard it was for you to be there, I know how hard it was for me to be there. I went in a boot, on crutches, it’s not easy. Everyone has their own problems. It was tough for you to get there, but it was tough for me too, man,” Lyanco concluded.

The fans acknowledged the player’s sacrifice, but stated that nothing is greater than the fans.

Hulk’s Future

With all the uncertainty about the future of the number 7, Hulk was one of the most questioned, especially regarding his possible transfer to Fluminense. The Atlético idol was transparent and explained his situation with Atlético-MG.

“You read it exactly right, this narrative that tried to make me the villain, but at no time did that take away my peace. I showed up on the right date, I didn’t miss a single day of training, I’m working, I don’t know what they want,” said Hulk.

“One thing you can be sure of. Whatever happens, you will know the truth. I haven’t spoken out at any time, I just made it very clear that nothing that was said was true. They told me they promised me the keys to the club, and none of that happened. I am very professional and very much a man,” the striker added.

With a contract until the end of 2026, Hulk stated on his social media that he will fulfill his contract with Atlético-MG.

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