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The involvement of Vasco further complicated the negotiation. Their proposal not only provided Rony a longer contract potential—three years plus an optional fourth year—but also made financial sense with higher salary and signing bonuses. This tilt towards Vasco raised eyebrows, particularly at Palmeiras, Rony’s current club.
Palmeiras had previously counted on an agreement with Atlético and was blindsided by the player’s sudden shift in inclination towards Vasco. The club’s management, including Leila Pereira, had entered negotiations with the belief that terms were solidified, and Rony would be heading to Atlético, which led to a heightened sense of urgency and concern within the Palmeiras camp.