São Paulo close to signing Cauly from Bahia, see the details | OneFootball

By Thais Bueno Cirino

São Paulo is close to finalizing the signing of midfielder Cauly, who currently plays for Bahia. According to information initially reported by ge and later confirmed by Gazeta Esportiva, the player is expected to join Tricolor Paulista on loan until the end of the year, with a mandatory purchase clause.

To complete the signing, São Paulo will pay 500 thousand euros. If Cauly reaches the target of 25 matches, the club will have to pay 2 million euros (R$ 12.3 million) for the mandatory purchase of 50% of the player's rights. The amount paid initially for the loan will be deducted from this total.

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São Paulo had already tried to sign him earlier in this transfer window, but at the time Bahia would only accept a permanent sale. Now, their stance has softened and the São Paulo club has arranged a loan deal.

Cauly at Bahia

The number 8 joined Bahia in 2023, after a stint in Bulgarian football with Ludogorets. Since then, he has made 174 appearances, scoring 23 goals and providing 24 assists. It’s worth noting that he had been training with the Tricolor de Aço squad, but was not being included in matchday squads. This season, he has only played twice, both times in the Campeonato Baiano.

Crespo calls for reinforcements

After the 2-0 win over Grêmio in the Brazilian Championship, the Argentine coach once again emphasized São Paulo’s need for new players. On several occasions this season, he had already highlighted the demand for new signings.

“We definitely need reinforcements. That doesn’t change. If you know me, you know my opinion won’t change with positive or negative results. That’s how it is. São Paulo needs reinforcements. Will we be able to bring them in? I don’t know. We are monitoring some possibilities in the market and looking for players who can help us,” said Crespo.

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