As Lucas Ribeiro Costa's contract saga rages on, the Brazilian attacker has shared a touching goodbye message to the Mamelodi Sundowns supporters.
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Mamelodi Sundowns star Lucas Ribeiro Costa has posted a heartfelt farewell message to the club's fans on his Instagram account, signalling what could be the end of his time with the Tshwane giants.
The message comes amid an ongoing legal dispute between the 2024/25 PSL Golden Boot winner and Player of the Season and the club, with tensions rising over the status of his contract.
While Costa is pushing for a contract termination to facilitate a move away, using the Lassana Diarra ruling, Sundowns are insisting that he fulfil the remainder of his deal.
The 26-year-old Brazilian forward has not featured for Masandawana in the current season, as the standoff between the two parties continues to escalate.
His absence from the pitch and his social media message have only fueled speculation about an imminent departure.
As one of the most influential players in last season's campaign, Costa's situation has drawn significant attention from fans and football observers alike, with many eagerly awaiting a resolution to the saga.
"To my wonderful Masandawana supporters, first of all, thank you for everything. I want you to know that your support and love meant so much to me, and I will never forget you.
"I will always carry in my heart the memories of the emotions I lived, the goals, the assists, the trophies, and the magical nights with you that made me feel at home. I wish I could have said goodbye in a better way, but please know that my love for you is endless," read parts of Ribeiro's farewell message, where he directly addresses the Yellow Nation.
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