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The Balance Between Money and Scouting

The conversation highlights that while money is undoubtedly a considerable factor—enabling the acquisition of high-profile players like Almada and Luí Henrique—monitoring talent remains critical in the scouting process. Financial investment creates opportunities, but having a competent scouting team is equally important to ensure that money is spent wisely on the right players.

For instance, despite strong scouting suggestions, a club may still miss opportunities if it lacks the financial clout to secure a player. A clear illustration is the situation with Adrielson, where São Paulo’s inability to pay resulted in Botafogo signing him instead.