Fortaleza Player Signs with Cruzeiro but Withdraws Post-Announcement
Yeison Guzmán, currently a key player for Fortaleza, has a significant history with Cruzeiro. The two teams are set to clash on Saturday, October 18, in a pivotal match of the Campeonato Brasileiro.
Yeison Guzmán’s Journey
Guzmán was initially signed by Cruzeiro in 2021, with the transfer reportedly costing around R$ 6.5 million for 80% of his economic rights from Envigado, Colombia. However, he withdrew from the agreement shortly after his announcement, becoming a point of contention.
Club Dispute and FIFA Intervention
After Guzmán’s withdrawal, Cruzeiro took legal action. The club claimed he had signed a preliminary contract and had participated in a promotional video that was shared on social media. Despite this, the dispute concluded without a court ruling.
Ramiro Ruiz, president of Envigado, confirmed the transfer negotiations and expressed disappointment at Guzmán’s decision while denying any influence from the Colombian club.
Recent Career Developments
Following his departure from Cruzeiro, Guzmán played for Atlético Nacional and Tolima in Colombia before moving to Russia. As of now, he proudly represents Fortaleza in the Brazilian league.
Match Preview: Cruzeiro vs. Fortaleza
This Saturday’s match will take place at Mineirão Stadium in Belo Horizonte at 21:00. Currently, Cruzeiro stands in third place in the Campeonato Brasileiro with 53 points after 28 matches, trailing leaders Palmeiras (61 points) and Flamengo (58 points), who both have an extra game to play.
In contrast, Fortaleza finds itself in a challenging position. They are currently in 18th place, sitting in the relegation zone with only 24 points—seven points behind 16th-place Santos, the first team outside the drop zone. Both teams have one game remaining to play.
- Date: October 18
- Location: Mineirão Stadium, Belo Horizonte
- Cruzeiro Position: 3rd (53 points)
- Fortaleza Position: 18th (24 points)
This upcoming match is crucial for both teams as they navigate the pressures of the Brazilian league. Stay tuned for updates on this exciting encounter at El-Balad.
