André, the coveted talent of Fluminense, is in the sights of Fulham. The team, a former admirer of Andre, are expressing interest in signing him for the next Premier League season.
Considered one of the best players in the Brasileirão, André stands out for his organizational skills. Fluminense are hoping to secure a significant sum of money for their young star and have set a starting price of around €25m.
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At the start of the year, Fulham tried unsuccessfully to sign André by offering almost 20 million euros. Now, after six months, the English club want to restart negotiations with Fluminense. Marco Silva, the Fulham coach, sees André as the ideal complement for João Palinha and Harrison Reed in midfield.
However, this transfer will not be easy to achieve. André’s notoriety grew with his career. His excellent performances earned him a call up to the Brazil national team and his debut in a game against Senegal in June. In the coming weeks, Fulham bosses will have to speak directly with Fluminense to find out the current situation.
The rise of André Trindade on the European scene
But who is André Trindade? André has long been courted in Europe, notably by Liverpool and Barcelona in previous transfer windows. At only 21 years old, he is a key player in the Fluminense team, thanks to his organizational skills. He is the best passer in the championship with a success rate of 93%. His game against Internacional de Porto Alegre demonstrated his accuracy with a pass completion rate of 91% and 100% in long passes.
André, from Ibirataia, is considered a highly valued versatile midfielder in England. His physical stamina is impressive, having appeared in over 60 games the previous season. He excels in recovering balls thanks to his vision of the game and his ability to position himself strategically. His combativeness allows him to win more than half of the duels disputed this season.
