Cruzeiro unveil Kauã Moraes, hit back at Athletico-PR criticism | OneFootball

Cruzeiro has introduced the right-back Kauã Moraes, 18 years old, in a definitive agreement valid until August 2030. To finalize the operation, the club from Minas Gerais paid the athlete's release clause, which was around R$ 10 million, ending the player's contract with Athletico-PR.

The negotiation sparked controversy, as the club from Paraná publicly criticized the player's departure, claiming that there was an agreement in place for renewal. During the official presentation of the right-back at Toca da Raposa II, the owner of SAF, Pedro Lourenço, responded to the criticisms and defended Cruzeiro's stance.

Kauã arrives to strengthen a sector that needed immediate replacement, as the experienced Fagner is injured and William is the only natural option for the position. The young player, considered a promising talent, gained space in Athletico's professional team throughout the year and has already had his name published in the CBF's Daily Information Bulletin (BID), making him available to debut for the Minas Gerais team.

Revealed in Palmeiras' youth academy, Kauã stood out in Athletico's under-20 team before moving up to the main team, where he delivered strong performances throughout the season. Wearing the celestial jersey, he will have the mission to compete for a position and establish himself as an option for the coach.

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