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Rafael Menin, a majority shareholder of AtlĂ©tico-MGâs SAF, is stepping away from daily decisions amid a challenging season. His exit follows years of conflicts and disappointing results.
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Inside Rafael Menin's exit from Atlético's SAF
Amid a turbulent season and disappointing results on the pitch, Rafael Menin, one of the majority shareholders of AtlĂ©tico-MGâs SAF, announced he is stepping away from the routine and day-to-day decisions of the football department.
The businessmanâs exit from the scene is no coincidence.
According to ge, the decision is the culmination of a series of clashes and strains that have built up over the past few years.
Check out the main factors that led to this scenario, according to the sports website of the Globo group.
The relationship with the teamâs main idol and No. 7 was one of the biggest points of tension. Rafael Menin had the "final say" on the strikerâs future, and he is now reportedly close to joining Fluminense.
Reports from anonymous sources linked to the club point to authoritarian behavior by the executive toward employees and even members of the board itself. It was common to hear phrases such as: "The club is mine, Iâm the one in charge."
In addition, Menin allegedly tried to interfere directly in the work of the coaching staffs over the past few years, giving opinions on lineups and tactical setups, which caused strong discomfort within the football department.
What does AtlĂ©tico-MG say? When contacted, the club vehemently denied the information about interference on the pitch, saying it was "unaware" of Rafaelâs input. Galo also defended the executiveâs conduct, describing him as someone "extremely polite and kind" in his dealings with employees behind the scenes.
Rafael Menin's departure is due to a culmination of clashes and strains that have developed over the past few years.
Menin's exit may affect the football department's decision-making and the club's performance during a turbulent season.
Atlético-MG has experienced disappointing results on the pitch this season, contributing to Menin's decision to step back.
The article does not specify other shareholders, focusing primarily on Rafael Menin's role and exit.

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External pressure also weighed heavily. In the very statement in which he announced his withdrawal, Rafael Menin mentioned the demands of the Massa Atleticana. "I know the criticism I receive, I understand much of it, I disagree with some of it, especially when it goes beyond good taste or becomes disproportionate, but thatâs part of it," he said.
The Menin family, which poured significant financial investment into the historic 2021 titles (the BrasileirĂŁo and the Copa do Brasil), officially took over the SAF in 2023. Since then, however, sporting performance has plummeted:
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