
Hulk has officially terminated his contract with Atlético Mineiro, which was set to last until December. He is now free to negotiate with Fluminense, where discussions are already underway.
⚠️ Now it’s for real: Hulk and Atlético-MG agree contract termination
Hulk is no longer, in fact, an Atlético Mineiro player.
The contract termination — which was set to run until December — between the two parties was made official on this May 1.
Leaving the 39-year-old striker free to sign with Fluminense, a club with which he is already in advanced talks.
The striker’s farewell to Atlético’s fans will take place on the 10th, before Galo face Botafogo at Arena MRV.
"I’m taking with me much more than titles — I’m taking a connection that changed my life. Galo and the Massa Atleticana made me feel at home from day one, and I will be forever grateful to this club that I learned to love. I hope to see all of you at the Arena so we can say goodbye together, the way this beautiful story deserves: with emotion, gratitude, and a big celebration," Hulk told Atlético’s website.
Hulk will also have a testimonial match at the Arena when he retires.
"My relationship with Galo is very intense, and I will never lose my connection with these wonderful fans. So much so that my children will remain here in Belo Horizonte, and I made a point of keeping my box suite," he concluded.
Hulk joined the club in 2021. He won the Brasileirão, the Copa do Brasil, and the Mineiro in the same year.
He also celebrated the 2022 Supercopa do Brasil and four more state titles (from 2022 to 2025).
He leaves with a total of 140 goals scored, as well as 55 assists.
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The contract termination was agreed upon by both parties, making Hulk a free agent.
Hulk's contract was officially terminated on May 1.
Hulk is in advanced talks to sign with Fluminense.

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