# Gustavo Scarpa transfer negotiations > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/gustavo-scarpa-transfer-negotiations > Updated: 2026-08-23T16:16:43.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 2. Negotiations were initially reported between São Paulo FC and Atlético-MG regarding a potential loan deal for midfielder Gustavo Scarpa. The proposed move, intended to last until the end of the 2026 season, faced obstacles due to Scarpa’s high salary and recent injury history, including a knee arthroscopy and muscle edema. However, the situation shifted when Scarpa denied rumors of his departure from Atlético Mineiro. He clarified his intention to remain with the club in Belo Horizonte, effectively halting the progress of the negotiations with São Paulo. While Scarpa remains under contract with Atlético Mineiro until December 2027, São Paulo has begun exploring other midfield options. Recent reports confirm that Scarpa intends to stay at Atlético-MG despite interest from both São Paulo and Santos. Following a three-month injury layoff, the midfielder-attacker stated that while he has treated all inquiries with professionalism, his current goal is to fulfill his contract with the Minas Gerais club. Although São Paulo reportedly initiated conversations on August 20 to attempt a loan, negotiations were hindered by financial hurdles and the player’s desire to remain at Atlético-MG. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-23: Gustavo Scarpa denies rumors of leaving Atlético Mineiro Gustavo Scarpa has rejected rumors of leaving Atlético Mineiro, despite previous transfer links to São Paulo and recent struggles with injury and playing time. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gustavo-scarpa-denies-rumors-of-leaving-atltico-mineiro ### 2026-08-20: Gustavo Scarpa: São Paulo negotiates loan deal with Atlético-MG São Paulo FC is negotiating a loan deal for Atlético-MG midfielder Gustavo Scarpa, with the player reportedly agreeing to a salary reduction to overcome the club's financial constraints. 15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/so-paulo-negotiates-loan-for-midfielder-gustavo-scarpa --- Cite as: Gustavo Scarpa transfer negotiations. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/gustavo-scarpa-transfer-negotiations