Atlético set to loan Cadu to Goiás for the rest of the season | OneFootball

Atlético has arranged the loan of forward Cadu to Goiás. The young player will represent the emerald club in the Goiano Championship, the Brazilian Championship Serie B, and the Copa do Brasil this season, seeking more playing time after a period of injury recovery.

As anticipated by journalist Elton Novais and confirmed by the Portal Deus Me Dibre, Atlético had two clubs interested in signing Cadu. Besides Goiás, Fortaleza also expressed interest in the forward. However, according to exclusive information from our report, negotiations with the Cearense club did not progress.

The obstacle occurred because there was a disagreement between Fortaleza and Atlético regarding a purchase option at the end of the loan contract. The negotiations involving values and conditions did not advance, which ended up cooling the agreement and paving the way for the deal with Goiás.

Seeking More Minutes

Cadu suffered a severe injury in October 2024, when he tore the anterior cruciate ligament, as well as the lateral and medial menisci of his right knee. After recovery, the forward returned to be available but had few opportunities in the alvinegro team.

Given this scenario, the player and his staff view the move to a Serie B club positively, where the expectation is for more continuity and playing time, essential to regain rhythm and confidence.

Numbers with Galo

At 21 years old, Cadu has played 38 matches wearing Atlético's jersey, with 1,445 minutes played, which represents an average of just over 38 minutes per game. For the club, the forward scored four goals and provided one assist.

The loan to Goiás is internally seen as a strategic opportunity for the athlete's development, who remains contracted with Atlético.

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