Fluminense rule out move for Icardi after January enquiry | OneFootball

Fluminense's search for a striker continues to stir the club's backstage and also the fans. In recent days, rumors involving Mauro Icardi's name have gained traction on social media, but according to ge's investigation, there is no ongoing negotiation between the Tricolor and the Argentine forward.

The management did make an inquiry about the player at the beginning of January, but quickly concluded that the deal is unfeasible. The main obstacle is financial. Currently at Galatasaray, Icardi earns around R$ 62.3 million per year, approximately R$ 5.2 million monthly, figures well above Fluminense's salary cap. To advance in any negotiation, a substantial reduction in the player's earnings would be necessary, a scenario considered unlikely.

Besides the salary issue, the Turkish club also showed no interest in releasing the forward with the season underway, which ended any possibility of progress.

Internally, Fluminense remains determined to strengthen the attack during this transfer window, which closes on March 9, but handles negotiations with complete secrecy to avoid leaks, as happened in recent situations. The management continues to evaluate names within the club's financial reality.

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