❌ Assadi puts the brakes on: Offer accepted, but he stays | OneFootball

The University of Chile has a clear stance in this transfer market: there will be no player liquidation. However, the name of Lucas Assadi stands out on Azul Azul’s agenda. The midfielder is not only the jewel of the sports project, but also the only player on the squad who currently attracts real and formal interest from abroad.

After weeks of inquiries, the technical office received a concrete proposal that met the board’s financial expectations. Metalist from Ukraine put $4.5 million on the table for 80% of the player’s rights, a figure that was internally approved by the Chilean club.

The human factor halts the deal

Despite the financial agreement between the institutions, the transfer collapsed. The refusal came directly from Assadi, who rejected the destination and the sporting conditions offered in Ukrainian football.

Manuel Mayo, sports manager of the "U", explained that in order for a transfer to go through, three variables must align: the club’s valuation, the market, and the player’s aspirations. "So far, that hasn’t happened," Mayo stated, confirming that Assadi will remain under the orders of the Blues while he waits for an offer from a more competitive league.

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