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Financially, the choice is hard to argue against. As many players often do, Claudinho is likely to receive a substantial income, benefitting his management teams as well. However, from a career standpoint, the path of least resistance may not yield the same level of recognition or advancement opportunities. A player in Brazil has a clearer shot at making it to national team call-ups through consistent performances in competitive leagues compared to one sitting in the Qatari league.
The sobering reality is illustrated when considering other former players who opted for the lucrative Gulf league moves, quickly fading away from recognition. The case of Roger Guedes remains pertinent, indicating that once players depart for less challenging leagues, they risk being forgotten.