SABC Sport understands that Mamelodi Sundowns have been blindsided by Lucas Ribeiro’s claim that he is leaving the club, with sources confirming the Brazilian forward has not been granted his clearance.
Wolverhampton Wanderers have completed the signing of Colombia winger Jhon Arias from Fluminense.
Joao Pedro marked his first start for Chelsea with a stunning brace as the Blues defeated Fluminense 2–0 to book their place in the Club World Cup final.
At the FIFA Club World Cup in Philadelphia, Chelsea and Fluminense emerged victorious in their quarter-final clashes, securing semi-final berths with hard-fought 2-1 wins over Palmeiras and Al-Hilal, respectively.
In a stunning upset at the Club World Cup, Fluminense silenced Inter Milan with a commanding 2-0 victory on Monday in Charlotte, booking their place in the quarterfinals and sending shockwaves through the tournament.
Mamelodi Sundowns were eliminated from the FIFA Club World Cup after a 0-0 draw with Brazilian champions Fluminense in Miami Gardens, Florida on Wednesday.