Raphael Veiga joins América-MEX, Palmeiras say: "See you soon" | OneFootball

Midfielder Raphael Veiga was announced this Tuesday as a new signing for Club América, from Mexico. The player left Palmeiras and signed a loan deal until the end of the year. In the negotiation, Verdão included a purchase option at the end of the contract.

“An idol, multi-champion, and true representative of the #FamíliaPalmeiras on the pitch, Raphael Veiga is heading to Mexico on loan until the end of this season. See you soon, Veiguinha!” Palmeiras posted on social media.

Shortly before the announcement, Raphael Veiga gave an emotional farewell to the club he has supported since childhood. In an open letter to Palmeiras fans, the 30-year-old player reflected on his journey and left a message to the supporters that his farewell is just a “see you soon.”

Idol and multi-champion at Palmeiras

With two spells at the club, the most recent lasting almost eight years, Veiga won two Brazilian Championships, two Libertadores, one Copa do Brasil, four Paulista Championships, one Recopa Sudamericana, and one Supercopa do Brasil with the green and white team.

Raphael Veiga’s numbers at Palmeiras

Raphael Veiga became one of Palmeiras’ idols and, in total, played 379 matches, scoring 108 goals and providing 54 assists.

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