Fluminense president talks about Diniz’s dismissal: “It was painful”

This Tuesday, 25th, Mario Bittencourtpresident of Fluminense gave a press conference at CT Carlos Castilhoto clarify the latest change in the club’s command, the dismissal of Fernando Diniz. Among all the doubts raised, the agent spoke about the situation of the commander’s termination fine.

Fluminense announced the departure of Fernando Diniz just over a month after renewing the coach’s contract until the end of 2025. Despite the trust established with the coach a few weeks ago, the negative results and performances below expectations were decisive for the decision to be made. decision of the tricolor board.

“The contract extension was based on an attempt to give longevity to the work of Fluminense coaches. Proof of this is that Fernando is Fluminense’s longest-serving coach in the 21st century”, said the president about the contract renewal. However, with the lack of results, Fernando Diniz’s story at Fluminense came to an end.

“We were trying to find our way, but there is nothing more important than Fluminense. It was a consensual decision. We need to find ways to win again, so the fans can stop suffering. The breakup was painful, but that’s what life is made of, and that doesn’t mean we won’t resume our relationship with Fernando in the future.”said Bittencourt.

Furthermore, the president revealed that a reduction and payment of the termination fine were negotiated, which was valued at more than R$6 million, according to ‘GE’. In the interview, which lasted more than two hours, Mário Bittencourt spoke about Diniz’s farewell, which generated a lot of emotion among the club’s players and staff.