Ajax’s €10 million offer meets São Paulo’s refusal for a loan

Ajax’s offer to loan Brazilian forward Tetê for €500,000 with a €10 million compulsory purchase clashes with São Paulo’s demand for an immediate sale, leaving the two clubs at odds as the Dutch side pushes for a summer signing.

Ajax proposal versus São Paulo’s demand

Ajax have structured a one‑season loan for Tetê with a compulsory purchase option.

The Dutch club would pay €500,000 for the loan and must later commit €10 million to secure the player permanently.

The arrangement would grant Ajax eighty percent of Tetê’s future transfer rights.

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São Paulo, the South American club, have made clear they prefer an outright transfer rather than a loan.

The Brazilian side rejected Ajax’s initial loan proposals, stating the terms do not meet their expectations.

Club officials indicated they might consider a temporary move only if Ajax offers a substantially higher fee at the start.

Talks have cooled, with Ge Globo describing the situation as “difficult” and noting the clubs remain far apart.

Ajax will need to present an improved offer if they hope to bring the attacker to Amsterdam.

São Paulo informed Ajax last Friday that a definitive transfer is their preferred outcome.

The Brazilian club wants to avoid a season‑long loan for a relatively low amount while retaining a share of the player’s rights.

The 26‑year‑old Tetê has been under contract with São Paulo since January 2026.

Ajax view him as a reinforcement for their attack and are still searching for two wingers.

The Dutch side aims to finalize the deal before the transfer window closes.

A successful agreement would see the Brazilian join the Amsterdammers in the upcoming season.