Atlanta United gets MLS-record fee in Thiago Almada transfer

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Atlanta United completed its transfer of midfielder Thiago Almada to Brazilian top-flight side Botafogo on Saturday for an MLS-record fee, the club announced.

While the club confirmed the fee is a record, it didn't attach a monetary figure. The Athletic reported Atlanta United stands to receive $21 million with up to $30 million possible if conditions are met.

The 5-foot-7 Al