Santiago Moreno is poised to join Brazilian Serie A side Fluminense from Portland Timbers following a $5.5 million transfer agreement. An additional $500,000 may be added based on performance metrics. Negotiations were contentious, highlighted by Moreno's absence from a Leagues Cup match due to ongoing discussions. While Portland labeled his absence as 'unexcused' and considered involving MLS for discipline, the deal appears likely to finalize. Moreno, who has a history with the Timbers, has made 136 appearances since joining from Colombia's América de Cali in 2021.
Brazilian Serie A side Fluminense are set to sign Santiago Moreno from Portland Timbers for a transfer fee of $5.5 million plus an additional $500,000 based on performance.
The deal would finalize a tumultuous negotiation, which saw Moreno skip a Leagues Cup match against Club América due to ongoing transfer talks.
Moreno, 25, had joined the Timbers in 2021 and has made 136 appearances, scoring 21 goals and adding 19 assists.
Porland characterized Moreno's absence from the match as 'unexcused,' threatening to involve MLS for discipline, yet the deal seems poised for completion.
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