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·18 January 2026

Atlético-MG sign Victor Hugo, formerly of Santos and Flamengo

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Atlético-MG announced this Sunday the signing of midfielder Victor Hugo, who was developed by Flamengo. The 21-year-old player, who played for Santos last season, joins on a permanent deal and has signed with Galo for five seasons.

"CareerVictor Hugo made his debut for Flamengo in 2022, at the age of 18. For the Rubro-Negro, he played in 106 matches, in which he scored six goals and provided five assists. At the club, he won the Copa Libertadores, the Copa do Brasil (twice), the Campeonato Brasileiro, and the Campeonato Carioca.In 2024, he was loaned to Turkish football, to Goztepe. There, he played only 35 games, scored three goals, and provided one assist. In September 2025, he was loaned to Santos. At Alvinegro Praiano, Victor did not have many opportunities and played in only nine matches, without contributing to any goals.Announced by Atlético-MG, the midfielder sent a message to the Atlético fans: “Hey fans, Victor Hugo here, very happy to be here, very eager to get on the field as soon as possible, I’m sure this year we’re going to achieve great things.”

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