Atlético-MG keep Vitor Hugo until 2026, announce departure of three players | OneFootball

Atlético-MG returned to Cidade do Galo this Friday to begin preparations for the 2026 season. And Galo will have some changes in the squad.

The management has reached an agreement with Bahia for the permanence of defender Vitor Hugo. He will report in the coming days.

Meanwhile, Guilherme Arana is on his way out to Fluminense. The left-back has been released to undergo medical exams and sign a contract with the club from Rio.

Atlético has also agreed to transfer forward João Marcelo to Shabab Al-Ahli, from the United Arab Emirates, on loan until December 31, 2026, with a mandatory purchase option based on performance goals.

Finally, full-backs Caio and Saravia did not have their contracts renewed for the next season.

How was the training?

There was a physical training session at the training center, followed by a technical activity led by Jorge Sampaoli's coaching staff.

Recovering from injuries, defender Lyanco, midfielder Patrick, and forward Júnior Santos did indoor activities in the gym and physiotherapy. Defender Ivan Román worked separately on the field with the fitness staff.

Atlético's debut in the Campeonato Mineiro will be on the 11th, Sunday, against Betim, at Arena MRV, at 6pm (Brasília time).

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Who reported back?

Goalkeepers: Everson, Gabriel Delfim, and Robert Defenders: Ivan Román, Junior Alonso, Lyanco, Ruan Tressoldi, Samuel Lima, and Vitão Full-backs: Guilherme Arana, Kauã Pascini, Luis Gustavo, Natanael, and Renan Lodi Midfielders: Alan Franco, Alexsander, Bernard, Gabriel Menino, Gustavo Scarpa, Hendel Índio, Igor Gomes, Igor Toledo, Mamady Cissé, Iseppe, Patrick, and Reinier Forwards: Cadu, Cauã Soares, Dudu, Biel, Hulk, Júnior Santos, Murillo Cardoso, Rony, and Tomás Cuello

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