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Botafogo players complained a few days ago about unpaid bonuses, one of which was linked to their victory in the Copa Libertadores. In order to express their dissatisfaction, the players threatened to strike.
This month of January may be more eventful than expected for John Textor. Between the financial problems of theOLthe winter transfer window and Botafogothe American no longer knows where to turn. And it’s not likely to get better. In fact, a few days ago, the players of Botafogoyou champions Brazil and winners of the Copa Libertadores, would have claimed unpaid bonuses, but also a bonus linked to the coronation on the continental scene. The payment of the sum would not have taken place on the part of the club’s leaders.
The club promises a rapid return to normal
According to media information Globothe players of Botafogo would have threatened John Weaver to strike and not resume training, while waiting for bonuses to be paid. Following these revelations, the Carioca club wanted to react. “The Club will pay the agreed prizes within a period of up to 20 working days after receipt (December 27), in accordance with market practices. It is important to emphasize that a group of players who are no longer part of the team requested a 25% increase in the prize pool in the final days before the end of the season”.
A new delicate problem to manage for the American businessman which adds in particular to the departure of the coach Arthur Jorge a few days ago.
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