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However, the road was not without obstacles. The urgency intensified when Cruz Azul entered the picture, attempting to leverage their negotiations with Torres’ representatives. While Orlando City had initially turned down a meager offer from Cruz Azul for Torres, it became evident that the Mexican side was willing to increase their efforts to acquire the player, which led to heightened tension.
Despite these efforts by Cruz Azul, Orlando City blocked these advances. They reaffirmed their commitment to proceed with Palmeiras by emphasizing that they preferred working with Brazilian representatives rather than Mexican ones. This loyalty only fortified Palmeiras' case.