Brazilian club Atlético Mineiro is poised to make a formal offer for Universidad de Chile midfielder Lucas Assadi, according to reports. The 22-year-old has also attracted interest from Maccabi Tel Aviv, as his current club prepares to resume play in the Chilean Primera División following a winter break. Assadi recently posted a reflective message on social media that has fueled speculation about his future with La U, prompting questions about his intentions as the transfer window opens.
Chilean midfielder Lucas Assadi is attracting interest from Brazilian powerhouse Atlético Mineiro, with the club expected to make a formal offer in the coming hours.
The news has quickly energized fans of Universidad de Chile, as manager Jorge Sampaoli reportedly considers bringing the talented youngster to Brazil during the transfer window.
Assadi himself recently posted a message on social media that has sparked further speculation among supporters. The post comes as the Chilean Primera División prepares to resume after the winter break.
The message, reflecting on his performance last year, has led some to believe he may be signaling a potential departure from Universidad de Chile.
Lucas Assadi in the radar of the soccer transfer market in Brazil. Photo: Dragomir Yankovic/Photosport
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Lucas Assadi is aware of the interest in his services, with Atlético Mineiro and Maccabi Tel Aviv of Israel both reportedly monitoring his situation closely.
This sets the stage for a potentially tense few days, as Universidad de Chile fans view the midfielder as a key player for the 2026 season, just as he was last year. His contributions will be vital if the club hopes to compete for a league title.
Ahead of the New Year, Assadi shared a message that has left fans wondering what the future holds, though he expressed optimism for a season filled with success.
“Beautiful year, the next will be even better,” he wrote in an Instagram story, recalling his goal in the controversial tie against Independiente in Argentina. Could this be a veiled farewell to Universidad de Chile?
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