Fluminense Set to Finalize Santiago Moreno Transfer
In a significant transfer development, Fluminense, a team competing in Brazil’s Serie A, is on the verge of finalizing a deal for Santiago Moreno, a forward from the Portland Timbers. According to ESPN, the transfer fee agreed upon is $5.5 million, with a potential bonus of $500,000 contingent on the player meeting specific performance criteria. Clarity on this deal is imminent, with insiders indicating that only the completion of paperwork stands in the way of Moreno’s move to Brazil.
Negotiation Complications
The negotiations have been complicated, with Moreno’s recent absence from the Timbers’ Leagues Cup match against Club América raising eyebrows. The Timbers classified this absence as “unexcused” and contemplated disciplinary action through Major League Soccer (MLS). Initially, there was a mismatch between Fluminense’s offer and Portland’s valuation of Moreno; however, it appears that both parties have now reached a consensus.
Moreno’s Career Overview
Santiago Moreno, now 25, has been with the Timbers since 2021 after transferring from the Colombian club América de Cali, where he commenced his professional football journey. Throughout his time in MLS, he has made 136 appearances across league and playoff contests, recording 21 goals and contributing 19 assists. Moreno has also represented Colombia on the international stage, earning one cap for his national team. This transfer marks a pivotal point in his career as he potentially embarks on a new chapter in Brazil.
