In a stunning turn of events that has rocked the football world, FC Porto’s star goalkeeper Diogo Costa has reportedly turned down a staggering $250 million offer from Atlético Madrid. The proposed deal, which would have spanned six years, was set to make Costa one of the highest-paid goalkeepers in history.
Sources close to the negotiation reveal that Atlético Madrid had been aggressively pursuing the 24-year-old Portuguese international, viewing him as the ideal long-term replacement for Jan Oblak. However, despite the eye-watering figures involved — averaging over $41 million per year — Costa opted to stay loyal to FC Porto, citing personal and professional reasons.
The rejection has left fans and analysts alike stunned, especially given the financial magnitude of the offer. Speculation is now mounting over whether other European giants will attempt to lure Costa away in the coming transfer windows or if the shot-stopper is set to become a legendary figure at Porto.
Neither club has officially commented on the rejected deal, but the move is already being hailed as a bold statement of loyalty in an era increasingly dominated by money.
Stay tuned for more updates as the story develops.
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